Career Paths in Educational Sciences | Education and Psychology
What other career options are available within and beyond the academia?
To give you an overview and some inspiration, here is a selection of typical career fields in this area.
| Career field | Typical workplaces | Qualifications |
| Career Entry Support | Training and education centres (e.g. AFZ Rostock), continuing education institutions | Degree in education or a related field; empathy; strong communication and organisational skills |
| Education Officer | Trade unions, companies | Degree in education, adult education, social pedagogy or a related field; sound knowledge of and experience with adult education methods and teaching approaches |
| Staff Development | Companies, universities | Master’s degree in education, educational management or a related field; relevant professional experience may be required; interest in working with people |
| Civic and Political Education (democracy education, public awareness) | Networks, non-profit organisations, trade unions, civic education institutions | Relevant vocational qualification or university degree preferred; knowledge of youth and adult education, including relevant methods; experience in civic and political education may be required; interest in working with people; requirements vary depending on the position |