Heidelberg University of Education

Pädagogische Hochschule Heidelberg

Pädagogische Hochschule Heidelberg Keplerstraße 87
D-69120 Heidelberg, Germany

IAU WHED ID: IAU-013246

The IAU WHED ID Is a global unique identifier. Learn more here on the IAU World Higher Education Database.

Heidelberg University of Education

About

The Heidelberg University of Education, founded in 1904, is designed to train and qualify prospective teachers for a wide range of teaching careers in elementary, secondary and special needs education. The course of studies at the University of Education is completed with a final State Examination (till 2015) respectively Bachelor of Arts (from 2015/2016) and Master of Education (from 2018/2019). The University of Education also offers training to other types of educators, including cooperative bachelor and master degree programs in pedagogy for engineers to attain a qualification for teaching in vocational schools. Further programs include Early Childhood Education (B.A.), Health Promotion (B.A.), Educational Sciences (M.A.), E-Learning and Media Education (M.A.) as well as Engineering Education (M.Sc.). Approximately 300 permanent instructors teach more than 4,700 students at the University of Education, where (teacher) training includes basic education and pedagogy, subject-based knowledge and subject-specific teaching skills. Instruction at the University of Education is, from the very beginning, strongly linked with practice. Various scientific and cultural projects, in-service training programs for educators, cooperation with universities abroad and with various institutions in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan area complete the profile of the University. 

Sustainability at Heidelberg University of Education

 Heidelberg University of Education embeds sustainability as a core value across teaching, research, campus culture, and community engagement. Through its ESD Centre and the student-led Green Office the university nurtures critical thinking, responsible citizenship, and ecological awareness. Sustainability is integrated into curricula - especially in teacher education and programmes combining digital education with sustainable development - and the university works through institutional structures to align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. From inclusive governance and campus life to regional and global partnerships, the university is committed to shaping education that contributes to a sustainable future.

More Information

Find more details on sustainability at this university below:

News for this university

IAU HESD Cluster Activity Report 2023-24 published

Read the latest report on SDGs activities carried out by the IAU HESD Cluster members

UNITWIN Network on ESD and Social Transformation (UNiESD&ST) launched

The newly launched network will foster sustainability learning with teacher education and capacity building

ANGEL Conference 2023

Conceived as a major, internationally focused gathering, the ANGEL Conference 2023 aims to bring together interested parties from all backgrounds for two exciting days of sessions showcasing and discussing research, projects, and new developments connected to Global Education and Learning or Global Citizenship Education, and other related fields
such as Development Education, Human Rights Education, Education for Sustainable Development, Education for Peace, and Intercultural Education.

IAU HESD Activity Report 2022-23 - available now

Discover the recent actions from the network in the annual Cluster activity report!

Documents of this university

Events for this university