Bielefeld School of Education - BiSEd
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Cooperating Universities
Bielefeld University has a large number of cooperative universities in other European and non-European countries. Most of the European cooperations are ERASMUS cooperations. ERASMUS+ is a program funded by the EU with the aim to simplify and promote mobility within Europe.
On this page you will find ERASMUS cooperations of BiSEd as well as other subjects that are particularly suitable for student teachers. You have the possibility to study one of your subjects or educational sciences abroad at these universities or at the cooperating universities. A list of all cooperations as well as the respective cooperation officers can be found on the page of the International Office.
If you are interested in studying at a cooperation university, please contact the respective cooperation officers who can provide you with information on the application process. Please also ask which universities are particularly suitable for teacher training programs. Please note that teacher training abroad may be structured differently than in Bielefeld; therefore, you can usually only study the subject through which you are going abroad. However, you can clarify with the respective cooperating university whether you can continue studying your subject combination at the foreign university.
- Austria, Salzburg University of Education
Cooperation of BiSEd
(2 places for students of primary school/ HRSGe/ ISP)
The PH Salzburg offers courses especially for Erasmus students such as "Cultural & Social Field Activities", "Discovering Austria beyond the clichés" or "Insights into Salzburg's History". The aim of these courses is for the international students to get to know Austria, Salzburg and the surrounding area. In addition, it is possible to do an internship at a school once a week. For further courses please see the course program.
Contact persons: Dr. Renate Schüssler and Nadine Auner(bised-internationalisierung@uni-bielefeld.de)
- Canada, Concordia University of Edmonton and University of Alberta
The Concordia University of Edmonton and the University of Alberta are part of the multilateral cooperation with Bielefeld University. The study places are offered for the Winter semester. The semester in Edmonton runs from the beginning of September to mid-December and through the cooperation agreement the tuition fees are waived. The host institution decides on the final admission.
Contact person: Despina Henke international.partnerships@uni-bielefeld.de
If you have general questions about studying abroad during your teacher training programme, please contact Nadine Auner: nadine.auner@uni-bielefeld.de.
- Denmark, University College South Denmark
Cooperation of BiSEd
(2 places for students of the teaching professions elementary school/ HRSGe/ ISP).
UC SYD has five locations: The main locations are Esbjerg and Haderslev. In Haderslev, the German-language degree programme "Teacher Training in Denmark" is offered. In addition, there are courses in English at all locations as well as the following ERASMUS courses: "Crossing Borders: Cultural Diversity in Early Years Education" (summer semester & winter semester) and "Inclusive Practice: Special Education Needs and Inclusive Teaching" (winter semester). More information is available here.
Note: Please note that for study visits in Denmark you need a B2 language certificate for English. This can be proven, for example, by your high school diploma or a test at the Fachsprachenzentrum [Language Centre].
Contact persons: Dr Renate Schüssler and Nadine Auner(bised-internationalisierung@uni-bielefeld.de)
- Norway, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (HVL)
Cooperation of BiSEd
(2 places for students with subjects offered at the HVL)
At the HVL, student teachers have the opportunity to attend courses in the fields of educational sciences/educational sciences with a focus on outdoor education and sustainability, Basic Language Training, English and Natural Sciences. In addition, language courses in English and Norwegian for beginners are offered.
Contact persons: Dr Renate Schüssler and Nadine Auner (bised-internationalisierung@uni-bielefeld.de)
- Spanien, Universidad de Málaga
Cooperation of BiSEd
(1 place for students of elementary school/ HRSGe/ GymGe)
At the University of Málaga, student teachers have the opportunity to attend courses in Educational Sciences, Educational Science, Basic Language Training and Psychology. In addition, there are language courses that can be taken in consultation with the Universities.
Contact persons: Dr. Renate Schüssler and Nadine Auner(bised-internationalisierung@uni-bielefeld.de)
- Switzerland, Bern University of Education
Cooperation of BiSEd
(1 place for students of the teaching professions Elementary School/ HRSGe/ ISP/ GymGe)
The PH Bern is one of the major Universities of Education in Switzerland. Especially students with knowledge of German can take courses from all institutes for basic education.
Contact persons: Dr. Renate Schüssler and Nadine Auner(bised-internationalisierung@uni-bielefeld.de)