Master-Distance Learning
Gesundheits- und Pflegepädagogik*
Do you want to qualify for teaching in the health sector? Whilst at the same time remaining flexible in life? The new Master’s online study programme in Healthcare and Nursing Education makes it possible.


Start your Master’s online study programme in Healthcare and Nursing Education now
The shortage of skilled workers in care: an ever-present topic of public discourse, in which the demographic changes of our time are particularly evident. Less is said about the shortage of teachers in the health sector, which is also becoming more acute. But without teachers, there would be no training in our system-critical professions. That is why passionate, ambitious educators who want to train our next generation in the health professions are in high demand.
Have you already attained your Bachelor’s degree in Health, Nursing or Medical Education or in Health, Nursing or Therapy Science and now want to qualify as a teacher or principal in the health sector? You can now complete your Master’s online study programme in Healthcare and Nursing Education. Indeed, those who graduate with a Nursing Education degree at Master’s level are well-sought-after for the educational tasks that follow, as well as for conducting examinations in the healthcare and nursing professions. So what are you waiting for? Learn now how to pass on your professional knowledge about health and care to your students! In addition to educational/didactic and digital skills, you will also acquire expertise in Education Management, Leadership and Research Methodology. By the way, after attaining your Master’s, you can also get the ball rolling straight away with an academic career.
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100% flexibleYou decide where and when you want to study.
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Versatile & InnovativeYour digital learning journey with personal support!
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Top-level educationFirst-class study programmes with a recommendation rate of 96%.
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Study programme & degreeMaster of Arts (M.A.) 120 ECTS
German
Full-time or part-time -
Study duration & extension24-48 months, depending on model
Extension possible free of charge -
Study feesStarting at 316€/month, depending on model
Regular discount campaigns
This program is part of our study program in German language. You can find more information on our German website.

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Personalised & flexible
You get to study whenever, however and wherever you want – thanks to our digital campus, flexible full- and part-time models and exams you can sit online at any time. You even decide when to start your studies!
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State-approved & award-winning
Our study programmes are state-approved and multi-award-winning. That makes us and our students happy – according to Fernstudiencheck.de, they are 96% likely to recommend us.
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Here for you – personally
Get the support you need: via our online campus, you can participate in live sessions, chat with fellow students or benefit from our study and career coaching.
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Practically oriented
Thanks to our wide selection of practically oriented specialisations, you can create your own profile and develop skills for the career you’re dreaming of.
Find out more about IU and your study programme in your personal brochure.

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- Contents and electives of your programme
- Career opportunities
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