Continuing Education
Lifelong learning at one of the most innovative universities in Germany and the world: At Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), you will find numerous continuing education offers – the latest scientific findings prepared for you in a practical way.
As a comprehensive university, FAU offers a wide range of subjects and our academic experts prepare this content for your needs: modular or in part-time courses, face-to-face or online, so that continuing education and lifelong learning are not neglected in your everyday working life.
Part-time study programs
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Type: Master of ScienceStart: Summer semesterLocation: ErlangenNC: Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students: German language skills required
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Type: Master of Business AdministrationStart: Winter semesterLocation: NurembergNC: Individual Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students: German language skills required
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Type: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)Start: Winter semesterLocation: ErlangenNC: No Admissions RestrictionsGerman language skills for international students: DSH 2 (written 2 / oral 1) or equivalent
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Dental Conservation (M.Sc.)Conservative Dentistry, Periodontology, Endodontology, Pediatric DentistryType: Master of ScienceStart: Winter semesterLocation: ErlangenNC: Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students: DSH 2 (written 2 / oral 1) or equivalent
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Type: Master of Business AdministrationStart: Winter semesterLocation: NurembergNC: Individual Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students:
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Type: Master of Business AdministrationStart: Winter semesterLocation: NurembergNC: Individual Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students: German language skills required
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Type: Master in Health and Medical ManagementStart: Degree program has been discontinued; enrollment is no longer possible.Location: NurembergNC: Individual Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students: German language skills required
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Type: Master of Health Business AdministrationStart: Winter semesterLocation: NurembergNC: Individual Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students: German language skills required
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Type: Master of ScienceStart: Winter semesterLocation: NurembergNC: Individual Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students: DSH 2 (written 2 / oral 1) or equivalent
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Type: Master of Arts (M.A.)Start: Enrollment suspended for winter semester 25/26Location: Erlangen, NurembergNC: Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students: DSH 2 (written 2 / oral 1) or equivalent
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Type: Master of Business AdministrationStart: Winter semesterLocation: onlineNC: Individual Qualification assessmentGerman language skills for international students:
Information events on the part-time degree programs take place at regular intervals. You can find the dates and registration deadlines here:
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Our digital offers
FAQ
Continuing Education
Can I study at the FAU via distance learning?
The Master of Health Business Administration (MHBA), Master in Health and Medical Management (MHMM) and Sustainability Management (MBA) are distance learning courses. Some of the introductory courses and examinations take place on site in Nuremberg/ Erlangen.
Do I have to enrol as a student for further education?
If you decide to pursue a (continuing education) degree program (Bachelor’s, Master’s and modular studies), you must enroll at FAU. You can also attend certificate courses without enrolment.
What are module studies?
The module studies at FAU are modules from existing degree programs that have been combined to form a new, interdisciplinary study program. Students and professionals can expand their skills and sharpen their profile for their further academic or professional career through an additional qualification.
What do the different certificates mean?
Confirmation of participation/ certificate of participation: Certificate after attending a university continuing education course without a degree (no proof of performance required).
Univ. certificate/ university certificate: Final document after the successful completion of a university continuing education course (one certificate required).
Joint certificate: Final document after the successful completion of several specific higher education courses (several certificates required).
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Birgit Fischer
Center for Teacher Education