Finnish-German Master Programme in Education (DD)
Double your expertise double your chances!
Would you like to combine a change of perspective abroad with your Master's degree? Then you've come to the right place! On these pages you will find everything you need to know about our Finnish-German Master's Programme in Education (DD).
A unique programme for international networking
Since the winter semester 2012/2013, the University of Regensburg, in cooperation with the University of Turku in Finland, has been offering Master's students in education a double degree Master's programme.
This gives students the opportunity to complete two Master's programmes together within the Standard Period of Study of four semesters.
This degree program ends with the award of two Master's degrees.
Students also benefit from a full DAAD scholarship during their stay in Finland.
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Application for the Finnish-German Master Programme in Education in the winter semester 2026/27
Applications for the Finnish-German Master's Programme in Education can be submitted annually from 15 May to 15 June inclusive. If you have any questions about the degree program or the application process, please contact the Double Degree Coordination.
Please note: You must still apply for the regular Master's programme in Education !
© Leoni Hacker Impressions from the Finnish-German Master Programme in Education (DD)
University
You will study at the International University of Turku (Turun Yliopisto) and meet many other exchange students. Especially for students of education: there is a dedicated 'Faculty of Education' that will deepen your knowledge of pedagogy. And where better to gain an insight into the globally recognised Finnish education system than in Finland itself? Your courses will introduce you to areas such as Educational Leadership, Workplace Learning or Comparative Education and you can enrich your Timetable with a wide range of electives.
Turku
Turku, like Regensburg, is a very student, young and lively city, right on the Aura, the river that flows through Turku. By arriving in late summer, you will not only experience the beauty of the icy Finnish winter, but also see the city in its colourful autumn flair. Whether it's a walk along the Aura to the harbour, a coffee and munkki at Café Fontana or a cider at the Old Irish Pub, you and your fellow students are sure to find something you like.
Leisure time
The diversity of Finland offers numerous opportunities to create new memories. For the sporty nature lovers among you, there are great hiking trails through forests and around lakes. The neighbouring cities of Helsinki, Tampere, Ruissalo or Naantali invite you to take day trips for strolling and shopping. Two potential highlights are a visit to the Åland Islands, which lie between Sweden and Finland, and a trip to snow-covered Lapland in the north of Finland. This will bring you and your fellow Double Degree students even closer together, as will the original Finnish sauna sessions.
Are you interested? - We look forward to receiving your application
Application
Requirements
In order to apply for the additional option "Finnish-German Master Programme in Education", you must first apply for the regular Master's programme. Within this online application process, you can then apply for the double degree programme. Additional application documents are required for this:
- Completed cover sheet template(Double Degree Application Form, please complete on the computer)
- Curriculum vitae in English
- Letter of motivation in English (maximum 4,000 characters)
- Describe your reasons for applying for the programme.
- Describe your strengths and capacities.
- How does the programme relate to your previous studies (e.g. field of specialisation, research methodology studied) or work?
- What is the topic of your research interest? Why and how would you investigate it?
- How does the topic of the programme contribute to your personal development and to the development of your professional expertise?
- Why would you also study at the University of Turku?
- Bachelor's degree certificate (if already available)
- Transcript of Records in English language
- Copy of high school diploma in original language
- Proof of English language proficiency:
- not older than 2 years
- Versant English Placement Test (VEPT): min. level C. More information here.
- TOEFL: PBT min. 575 points; IBT min. 92 points
- IELTS: min. 5.5
- CPE (Cambridge ESOL's Certificate of Proficiency in English): min. level C
- CAE (Cambridge ESOL's Certificate in Advanced English): min. level C
- Bachelor's degree (or other university degree) in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Great Britain, America
- or 20 ECTS completed at the University of Turku
Note: The English test must be organised by the applicants themselves. A result must be available by the application deadline.
Enrollment in the Master's degree programme in Education (M.A.)
If you wish to apply for the double degree programme, you must also apply for the regular Master's programme in Education. The application period begins on 15 May and ends on 15 June. During this period, it is possible to apply for the Master's degree programme and the additional option "Finnish-German Master Programme in Education". The start of studies is only possible in the winter semester.
Study programme
Study structure
Semester 1
In the first semester, double degree students study with their fellow students from the regular Master's programme at their home university. The content is the same.
Semester 2
The Finnish students come to Regensburg. All double degree students attend the same courses together. The language of instruction in the second semester is English.
Semester 3
The Regensburg students are spending their third semester at the University of Turku. The courses are offered in English.
Semester 4
Both the Regensburg and Finnish students are at their respective home universities. The Master's thesis is written in English. It is supervised and assessed by professors from both universities.
Contacts
Dr. Helen Jossberger (DD)
Double Degree Koordination
- E-mail address: double.degree(at)ur.de (opens your email program)
- Tel: +49 941 943-3767 (starts a telephone call, if your device allows this)
- Location: PT, PT 4.1.27
- Important information: Sprechzeiten montags 10.00 - 11.00 (Anmeldung per E-Mail erwünscht)
Hannah Lippert
Studentische Hilfskraft, Double Degree Koordination
