The Master's programme in E-Learning and Knowledge Management is the right choice for you if you want to design the virtual learning environments and knowledge transfer of organisations.

The degree programme combines content from the fields of e-learning, knowledge management and the design of digital media. You will learn to prepare subject content digitally in such a way that interested parties can use it for their own further education and training or for internal communication. You will apply the theoretical knowledge acquired in the Master's programme in a variety of ways in practical exercises and practical projects. In this way, you will acquire knowledge that you can use in a variety of industries.

"The systematic transfer of knowledge. Offline and especially online. In the form of e-learning and knowledge management with digital media. That is the focus of the study programme."

Barbara Geyer, Director of Studies

Facts about the study programme

Study programme

Master's programme - 4 semesters
Studies on the topics of e-learning, knowledge management and the design of digital media

Academic degree

Master of Arts in Business - MA

Organisational form

part-time: usually every fortnight Friday 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday 8.30 a.m. to 5.15 p.m. - of which 7 times per semester in Eisenstadt on site, otherwise with virtual synchronous teaching (e.g. in MS teams), up to 70% distance learning

Study places

approx. 35

Study location

7000 Eisenstadt, Campus 1

Language

German (individual courses may be held in English)

Tuition fees

none

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Online consultation appointments

If you are interested and would like to find out more about the degree programme, then take part in the next online counselling session! There you will learn everything you need to know directly and personally from the head of the degree programme. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and exchange ideas with other interested parties.

  • Thu, 16 May 2024 / 6 to 7 p.m.
  • Thu, 20 June 2024 / 6 to 7 p.m.

To register for the online counselling session

Please register at least 1 day before the appointment.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about studying

Barbara Geyer, Director of Studies

The Master's programme E-Learning and Knowledge Management is open to graduates of at least three years of study at a recognised domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution (Bachelor's, Diploma and Master's programmes at universities of applied sciences, universities and universities of teacher education, doctoral programmes).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS IN DETAIL (PDF)

Application and admission

Approximately 35 applicants are admitted to the Master's programme in E-Learning and Knowledge Management every year.

Application deadline: 31 May - to see whether an application is still possible after this date, click HERE.

Applications received by the deadline for the Master's degree programme in E-Learning and Knowledge Management will be considered in the admission procedure for the coming academic year. Registration takes place via the online application.

Admission interview
After applying for a study place, eligible applicants are invited to a personal interview. During the interview, the applicant's motivation for studying, any previous professional experience and interest in imparting knowledge and designing digital learning environments are clarified.

If the number of applicants exceeds the number of available study places, the admission procedure provides for a ranking, whereby the academic qualification (previous study career), additional qualifications (professional qualifications, certificates, etc.) as well as the admission interview are evaluated.

Deposit
After the binding allocation of a study place, a deposit of € 350,- is collected at the University of Applied Sciences Burgenland to secure a study place. This deposit is refunded to active students after the end of the first semester. If an applicant does not fulfil the admission requirements before the start of the programme (e.g. Bachelor's examination not passed, etc.), the deposit will also be returned. In all other cases, the deposit is forfeited.

Highlights of this study programme

  • Thematic mix - combining e-learning, knowledge management and the design of digital media as a basis for future success in practice.
  • Practice - a variety of practical exercises and the implementation of a practical project for companies, educational or research institutions, e.g. in the form of an e-learning course or a web application(more about the student projects)
  • Innovative teaching and learning methods - blended learning with inverted classroom and the integration of student practical experience into teaching as well as getting to know and applying a variety of online and offline teaching methods
  • Self-reflection and self-development - reflecting on previous work and learning and getting to know, trying out and using new ways of working and thinking, as well as developing new career perspectives.
  • Digital transformation - becoming fit for future-oriented digital collaboration and supporting organisations in the digital transformation.

Occupational fields

Graduates work in the fields of e-learning, knowledge management and digital media in:

  • Education and training organisations that want to use and develop e-learning.
  • Companies that develop and use e-learning for the internal training of their employees.
  • Project-oriented organisations that want to communicate their lessons learned across project boundaries.
  • Research institutes and development departments that use knowledge management to remain competitive.

You can find a few examples of successful graduates under Alumni, Projects, Stories.

Do you have more questions?

We will be happy to advise you and help you choose the right degree programme. Make the right decision well informed.

Lena Tauchner | Consulting

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