Specialization in Emotional and Social Development
Summary
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Teacher Training
6 semesters
Winter semester
German
What is it about?
How can emotional and social developmental disorders be recognized and supported by professionals?
What strategies can be used to support social behavior and emotional stability in children and adolescents?
How can school be a place that not only enhances cognitive development but also provides emotional support?
Interest sparked?
In this degree program, students work with topics such as:
- theories and models of emotional and social development
- theory of pedagogical relationships and psychological attachment theories
- understanding challenging behavior, acting preventively, and developing targeted support measures
- diagnostics and methods for developing social competencies
- cooperation with parents, colleagues, and external institutions
Specialization in Emotional and Social Development can be studied in the following school type at TU Dortmund University:
Suitable for you?
- resilience
- empathy
- communication skills
- ability to deal with conflict
- ability to reflect
- getting involved in social projects
- working in a team
- promote inclusive learning in the classroom and strengthen social participation
- provide individual support to children with challenging behaviour during their developmental phases
- plan, design, implement, and evaluate pedagogical interventions
What can I expect during my studies?
The program is organized into a series of modules designed to build on one another throughout your studies. Students are encouraged to follow the recommended study plan, which outlines the modules assigned to each semester.
Study Plan of the Specialization in Emotional and Social Development (German only)
The structure of each module can be reviewed in the module manual. It provides detailed information on all modules offered within the degree program, including course content, examination formats and requirements, as well as requirements for participation.
Module Manual of the Specialization in Emotional and Social Development (German only)
During your Bachelor’s degree program, you complete two internships:
1. Aptitude and Orientation Internship (EOP)
- recommended in your 2nd or 3rd semester
- at a school that matches your chosen teaching degree
- at least 25 days internship experience
In this internship, you gain your first in-depth insights into the tasks and professional requirements of being a teacher.
2. Professional Field Internship (BfP)
- recommended in your 4th or 5th semester
- at least four weeks long
- usually completed outside of a school setting
This internship gives you the chance to explore career paths beyond teaching.
More information about the hands-on experience (German only)
What’s next after graduation?
You complete your Bachelor’s degree program with either a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), earning your first degree that qualifies you for professional work. However, this degree alone does not qualify you to teach at schools—you need to continue with a Master of Education (M.Ed.) for that. With a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science, you can work in various educational and non-educational fields. Your career opportunities then largely depend on the type of school program you studied and the combination of subjects you have chosen.
Recruitment opportunities NRW (German only)
After earning a Bachelor’s degree in teacher education, students are required to complete the corresponding Master’s program before entering the preparatory teaching internship (Referendariat).
M.Ed. Specialization in Emotional and Social Development (German only)
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Who can help me?
Departmental Advisory Service
For general questions about degree programs and studying at TU Dortmund University, you can contact the Central Student Advisory Service for support:
E-mail: zsb@tu-dortmund.de
Information hotline for initial inquiries: +49 231 755 2345
Do you have questions about the type of school, subject selection, program structure, or the application process?
The DoKoLL (Dortmund Competence Center for Teacher Education & Research) offers advisory services to help you find the path that best fits your goals in teacher education.
What does everyday student life actually look like? And what do students say about their degree program? For a student perspective, you can contact the student representatives (Fachschaft) of the subject.
Website of the 'Fachschaft RehaWiss' (German only)
Important Information
Good to know!
- Semester contribution Summer semester 2026: 321,00 €
- Studierendenwerk Dortmund: Student residences and BAföG
- International Office: Options for going abroad
