Paderborn's university shines: new master's programs for the future!

Paderborn's university shines: new master's programs for the future!

The University of Paderborn is expanding its range of courses to include several innovative master's degree programs from the winter semester 2025/2026. These include the new master's degree program "German as a second and foreign language for professional and specialist studies", the English-language degree program "Additive Manufacturing" (3D printing) and the renaming of the previous "Mechanical Engineering" degree program to "Sustainable Mechanical Engineering". These changes are part of a strategic realignment that also re-integrates the teaching subject of technology for teaching positions.

Enrollment for the new programs is now possible. The “German as a Second and Foreign Language” (DaZ/DaF) degree program has a clear focus on the professionalization of teaching the German language in various contexts, especially in adult education. He deals with topics such as language policy and education management. “German as a second and foreign language” is a unique offer in Germany and is also suitable for Bachelor graduates who do not want to teach at school. The course is offered in person and full-time and culminates in a Master of Arts (M.A.) after four semesters. A total of 120 ECTS points are provided, which enables students to receive comprehensive academic training. Above all, the skills for planning and carrying out research and teaching activities should be taught in order to professionalize teaching in institutional and non-institutional contexts.

Sustainability and technology

Another significant step is the renaming of the “Mechanical Engineering” course of study to “Sustainable Mechanical Engineering”. This reflects the faculty's longstanding commitment to focusing on sustainability. New knowledge is imparted primarily in the areas of plastic recycling, energy technology and “blue engineering”. A focus on future-oriented energy technology and sustainable production complements the range of courses. The students acquire mathematical, scientific and engineering basics. Programming knowledge and knowledge of data science are also part of the course, which means that graduates are optimally prepared for the challenges of modern industry.

3D printing as a future-oriented subject

The “Additive Manufacturing” master’s degree program is particularly aimed at students who want to deepen their knowledge in the area of ​​3D printing. In this English-language program, participants learn methods, materials and construction techniques, both in metal and plastic. Practical projects in collaboration with industry partners enable direct application of what has been learned and promote students' abilities to position themselves in this rapidly growing area.

Students are prepared for various fields of activity such as research, development and strategic product planning, which reflects the desired degree in highly qualified specialist training.

With the new offer, the University of Paderborn is positioning itself as an innovative educational provider in important key technologies of the future. The diverse master's degree programs not only promote the individual growth of students, but also contribute to the development of society in times of increasing digitalization and globalization uni-paderborn.de turns out.