Job & Master
Should I start my career right away or deepen my knowledge with a Master’s degree? You can do both! “Job & Master” at TU Dortmund University offers ideal conditions for combining your studies with a career. You will gain valuable professional experience while expanding your expertise in the Master's program: an ideal way to develop both academically and professionally.

“Job & Master” is designed to meet the needs of students who work while studying. Many work-friendly Master's courses at TU Dortmund University are characterized by these features:
- Flexibility in the schedule: Compulsory coursesare usually scheduled on just a few days per week, leaving sufficient time for work.
- Recognition of professional experience: Relevant work experience can be credited as an internship in some degree programs.
- Practice-oriented thesis: It is often possible to write the Master's thesis directly in collaboration with a company.
- Part-time study: Some Master's courses can be studied part-time, allowing you to extend the duration of your studies and dedicate more time to your job.
- Additional individual solutions depending on the degree program
- Comprehensive advice on combining work and study
Good reasons for “Job & Master”
✅ Personal and professional development
✅ Improved career prospects
✅ Practical work experience alongside your studies
✅ Knowledge transfer between your studies and career
✅ Keeps the option of an academic career open


Which degree programs are work-friendly?
Advice and Contact

If you have general questions about choosing a degree course and the “Job & Master” program, the Central Student Advisory Service team will be happy to help. If you have specific questions about individual degree programs, the Student Advisory Service of the respective department is the right place to go.


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