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The University of Education moved to Ludwigsburg in 1966. With its approximately 5,500 students and 450 members, it is the largest of the six Universities of Education in Baden-Wuerttemberg. These Universities of Education also offer doctoral and postdoctoral degrees and are therefore on a par with full universities. They concentrate on educational science issues both in research and teaching. Ludwigsburg University of Education (LUE) is a modern center of educational sciences competency in four closely related disciplines: school education, extra-curricular children’s and youth education, adult/further education, and education in cultural and social areas. The Bachelor’s and Master’s degree courses for primary school, secondary, European secondary, and special education (B.A./M.Ed.) form an essential part of the university’s profile. LUE is increasing its participation in grammar school teacher training. A joint “Professional School of Education” was established in January 2016 and is run collectively with universities and colleges in Stuttgart. The joint Master’s degree programs for secondary and grammar schools (selective high schools) will be launched in 2018. The University of Education also offers a Master’s of Science for vocational education. The unique feature of three further Bachelor’s degree courses is the interconnection of educational science and pedagogy approaches to the extra-curricular education fields (early years teaching and education, educational science, cultural and media education). Students may also specialize in six further Master’s degree courses for specific professional or research areas. They may also gain qualifications in two extra-occupational Master’s degree courses for management positions in education, an international degree course. LUE also provides a range of teaching certificate programs for in-service teachers. The main research focus at LUE is on scholastic and extra-curricular education processes of all age groups, emphasizing subject pedagogy, and educational science research. The Office of Research Development and Funding offers researchers to support and advice, especially in financing research projects and methodical research approaches. The Ludwigsburg-based EU Research Department for Baden Wuerttemberg’s Universities of Education offers its services to all six universities. Ph.D. candidates are supported by experienced professors and may also use a range of offers from the Office of Research Development and Funding. In addition to this, the joint Academy for post-graduate and Ph.D. students of all six educational universities offers advice. After completing their Ph.D. (Dr. Phil.) or EdD (Dr. paid.) degrees, candidates can continue their research education in postdoctoral qualifications. Early on, students have the opportunity to engage in research-based learning and familiarize themselves with various methods of research, for example, at the Research Skills Workshop for Educational Sciences (Forschungswerkstatt Bildungswissenschaften, ForBi). The Academy for Scientific Further Education (Akademie für Wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung e.V.) at LUE campus offers a range of opportunities for all those in professions and branches which deal with educational, pedagogical and psychological matters (e.g., teachers, skilled employees, and their managers from economic, educational and social sectors). These programs include qualification courses (contact classes and seminars), counseling (supervision, coaching, further education counseling), and educational opportunities in addition to contract projects (counseling and training measures for company-specific qualifications). Scientific further education was reinforced as a central task for universities in-state university legislation in 2014. Since then, LUE has been expanding its further education activities in the field of international Master’s degree courses and further training for teachers. The Center for Lifelong Professional Development is set up expressly for further education. Internationalization is a central theme at LUE. LUE is a scientific, educational player in the immigration society and offers students, lecturers, researchers, and administration staff numerous international experiences. The International Office (Akademisches Auslandsamt) has close relations with over 80 partner universities worldwide. Many students and lecturers have been supported as part of the European and overseas mobility programs by the organization for visits abroad. The International Office serves as a Welcome Center and mentors over 100 international students and numerous international scholars every year. As a result of long-standing, close partnerships with international universities, scientific conferences and compact courses (e.g., summer schools) are held regularly, which serve as a basis for international research projects. View full university

The University of Applied Sciences: Public Administration and Finance Ludwigsburg specializes in public administration education. Several professors and lecturers teach approximately 2500 students of the University. The two faculties. Graduates concluding their Bachelor studies can apply the acquired knowledge and skills in a professional environment. The didactical concept encourages scientific work and is designed to give graduates a sense of responsibility in a free democratic and social, constitutional state. The programs enable the students to develop their academic, personal, social, team-building, and business skills. A distinguishing characteristic of the Bachelor's programs is the combination of academic work and practical experience in the form of public administration trainees at the state and municipal level. Small study groups ensure excellent support can be given to individual students by the professors and lecturers. Applicants for the Bachelor's programs must have a valid higher education entrance qualification (e.g., A-levels). The University offers two Master's programs: The full-time Master's program in European Public Administration prepares graduates for a career in senior civil service positions. The Master of Public Management is a part-time program with a particular focus on leadership and is designed for public administration employees seeking a senior management position. Undergraduate programs: 4 Bachelor degrees (Public Management, Tax Administration, Pension Insurance Management, Public Financial Management) Postgraduate programs: 2 Master programs (Public Management, European Public Administration). Course structure: Small study groups alternating between teaching at University and work experience in local and regional authorities. Centre of excellence for the public sector in academic studies and training, further education, research, knowledge transfer, international networking, and EU-related expertise. The Bachelor program Public Management is designed to provide students with a thorough grounding in law, business, social sciences, and communication required at state and municipal administration levels. The three-year study program must be preceded by a six-month internship, allowing students to gain practical experience in their preferred professional area. The extra focus on teamwork further enhances the program. The program is extremely popular with leading employers, and a significant number of graduates have become mayors. The University of Applied Sciences Ludwigsburg is the only educational institution in Baden-Württemberg that educates students for civil service positions in tax administration. The three-year study program's rotating system allows the students to spend 21 months studying and 15 months working in tax authorities. Students acquire the necessary tax-related expertise and knowledge in general law and business as well as technical and social skills. The program qualifies graduates for high-level careers in tax offices and accountancy, industry and commerce, and the banking and insurance sectors. The study program Pension Insurance Management prepares students for a career in high-level public administration positions in the German state pension insurance system. The program's responsible authority is the State Pension Insurance Authority (Deutsche Rentenversicherung Baden-Württemberg), one of Germany's biggest statutory providers. The three-year Bachelor program comprises a 10-month basic course at the University, 14 months of work experience at the public services department for pensions in special on-the-job training programs (traineeships). A 12-month course of specialized studies follows it. View full university