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M.Sc. Child Development and Intervention

Leipzig University Leipzig

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  • No tuition
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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 31 May
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About the programme

Leipzig University is a prestigious institution located in the vibrant city of Leipzig, Germany. The university offers a variety of courses, including the highly regarded Early Childhood Research program. This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the development and education of young children, preparing them for careers in research, policy-making, and education. With a strong emphasis on practical experience and theoretical knowledge, students at Leipzig University gain valuable skills and insights into the field of early childhood research. The university's commitment to academic excellence and innovative teaching methods make it an ideal choice for those interested in pursuing a career in this important and rewarding field.

Fields of study

Psychology(Social Sciences & Humanities)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Child Development and Intervention at Leipzig University

English language

IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
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7 IELTS

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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Not required

180

Not required

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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

  • A first academic degree
  • Knowledge of English at C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
  • Basic knowledge in research methods and statistics

The faculty will check whether the above requirements have been met and then issue an official notification. This serves as proof that the candidate fulfils the admission requirements.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Child Development and Intervention

Programme-specific documents

The selection of applicants for the master’s program in Early Childhood Research is based on the following necessary documents:

*Certificate of a first professional qualification in English or German (incl. Transcript of Records) (can be submitted by the start of the course).

*Proof of English language skills (see language requirements).

*Certificate of higher education entrance qualification (general higher education entrance qualification), a relevant subject-specific higher education entrance qualification, or a certificate regarded as equivalent by law, in English or German, each as a certified copy.

*Letter of motivation with a detailed justification for the choice of the master's program, including relevant previous knowledge of the English language.

*Proof of subject-specific knowledge of methods and statistics in German or English, e.g. through evidence of credit points or the writing of empirical (final) theses (please enclose).

*Tabular curriculum vitae in English.

if applicable, evidence of course-related vocational training, voluntary internships, or similar activities related to the intended course of study in English or German.

*Please note that only complete application documents will be considered.

The following documents are usually part of a complete application:

application form (to fill in online via the application platform uni-assist)

secondary school leaving certificate, including subject grades (e.g. Baccalaureate, School Leaving Certificate, A Levels)

evidence of all completed degrees (e.g. bachelor’s, Diplom)

Transcript of Records detailing all past academic achievements

certificate of language proficiency

CV in German or English

applicants from China, India and Vietnam only – please refer to the APS webpages for the currently applicable terms and conditions: APS China, APS India, APS Vietnam

if applicable: proof of having passed the aptitude test (EFP) or the evaluation of subject-specific admission requirements (FZV)

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Child Development and Intervention at Leipzig University

Application procedure

Uni-assist

Selection process

Aptitude test

Application quick facts

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Via uni-assist

uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.

Mode

online

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

75 EUR

Address

Academic Advisor

Professor Dr Tina Malti

Phone: +49 341 9731871

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

11,904 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

Free

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