Rehabilitation Sciences
Summary
| Degree | Master of Arts (M.A.) |
|---|---|
| Subject group | Social Sciences and Cultural Studies |
| Standard program duration | 4 semesters |
| Admission requirements |
none
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| Start of studies |
Winter semester
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| Language | German |
| Enrollment requirements | |
| Further information | Website of Department of Rehabilitation Sciences |
| Department | Department of Rehabilitation Sciences |
Overview
The Rehabilitation Sciences degree program is a consecutive Master's degree program and serves to deepen specialist knowledge and scientific working methods for fields of work with rehabilitation pedagogical requirements in an inclusive society. It is research-based, future-oriented and application-oriented, which is reflected in its concept and module structure. The course of study qualifies students for activities in the areas of research, management and leadership in social rehabilitation as well as in health-related fields of work in the context of rehabilitation sciences. The integration into projects and their independent implementation guarantees a constant interlinking of theory and practice in the study program.
The course of study consists of a basic and a profile area. The planning and reflection of empirical studies, research designs and methods are central subjects of the course of study in the basic area. In addition to research-based modules, key topics for social Master's study programs such as target group-oriented communication and ethics and management in rehabilitation science contexts are also covered. Three future-oriented specializations are offered in the profile area, one of which is studied in depth:
• Digitalization and technologies for participation
Central topics are the development and evaluation of assistive technologies and new media to enable people with disabilities to lead a self-determined life.
• Development and education across the lifespan
The focus is on optimizing learning and development conditions for people with disabilities in order to increase their participation in socialization and educational processes.
• Participation and inclusion in work and health
Research into opportunities and risks for approaches and programs for the social participation of people with disabilities in work and health is being promoted.
Skills and knowledge
In addition to a Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation pedagogy, special or remedial education or other appropriate courses, students should have a basic interest in working in the social field. A prerequisite for enrolment is a suitable Bachelor's degree with an overall grade of at least 2.3. It is recommended that applicants acquire appropriate professional experience in the fields of disability care and social rehabilitation at the beginning of their studies and/or pursue a relevant professional activity parallel to their studies.
Applicants should strive to provide all citizens with equal opportunities for social and cultural participation. Every person - regardless of whether they have special support needs or not - should have the right and the opportunity to determine their own life and shape it according to their own ideas. Points of reference are the living environment and resources of people with support needs, the structures of the care systems in prevention and rehabilitation, the social institutions for support and education as well as the level of development of technological and digital environments.
Field of activity
The study program:
• prepares students to take on management responsibility, concept development, process and research management and outcome analysis;
• qualifies for senior positions in selected areas of care (prevention and rehabilitation in the health, social and rehabilitation system), administration (service providers and providers), policy advice (social planning and design) and science (universities, colleges, institutes);
• teaches skills to plan concepts and processes for diagnostics and support as well as the use of technological assistance in a sustainable manner, to their implementation and evaluation on the basis of evidence and to a further development on the basis of research.
Additional information
The value of scientific knowledge lies in its transfer to practice. For this reason, a consistent focus on application is a consistent feature of all elements of the course of study. In the basic area, students complete an intensive research internship while also attending lectures. This ensures a close link between theoretical and practical components. In addition, the profile areas are completed by a project module. Here, small groups independently develop a project design, carry out the project and present the results. As part of the Master's thesis, students work independently on an application-related scientific question.
The course of study is also accompanied by learning-teaching agreements between lecturers and students as well as the mentoring program.