changes Application from May 01 - Jul 15

Sustainable Education at Catholic Schools based on the Marchtaler Plan

Degree
Certificate
Start of the program
Winter semester
Standard length of the program
2 Semester
Place of study
Eichstätt, Plankstetten & Hirschberg
Part-time studies possible
Yes

The continuing education program "Sustainable Education and Socio-ecological Transformation in Church Institutions (Nabitrans)" responds to the central challenges of our time, which are closely interlinked with each other and can only be addressed when looked at together. Church institutions such as schools and other places of education as well as pastoral institutions have a special potential in the socio-ecological transformation. In order for change to succeed, knowledge of change parameters and innovative ideas for implementation are needed within church institutions, associations and congregations.

The program in detail

In this continuing education program for working professionals, employees in church schools and institutions are supported in their efforts of bringing the specific potential of a Christian image of the human being into the necessary transformation processes in their respective areas of activity. To this end, insights and methods from transformation research and education for sustainable development (ESD) are incorporated. The aim is to broaden the potential of church actors for a socio-ecological transformation and to enable them to contribute to a coherent anchoring of sustainability strategies in different contexts.

The continuing education certificate is aimed primarily at educational and pastoral staff in Catholic educational institutions.

The Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt is the first university in Germany to meet the strict criteria of EMAS+. In the categories of study conditions, quality of courses, and the facilities on campus, it was named "Germany's Most Popular University 2022" (StudyCheck.de). The training takes place at explicitly designated place of learning for sustainability.

Contents of the course include the following:

  • Christian responsibility for creation and the world
  • Normative orientations in terms of SDGs, the common good and ESD
  • Resources of spirituality, resilience and rituals
  • Christian practice of sustainable living and conditions for successful transformation

The contents of the courses are taught by professors from the KU and experienced experts from church-related fields of activity.

Possible further qualification for church teachers

For teachers at church schools, it is planned to connect course contents with elements of the Marchtaler Plan practice, which are offered separately by other collaboration partners (e.g. Katholisches Schulwerk in Bayern). Both offers can be combined in the certificate “Sustainable Education at Catholic Schools based on the Marchtaler Plan”.

 

Structure

The part-time training runs over two semesters. It comprises three modules of 5 ECTS credits each. The modules are held on campus in combination with virtual formats.

 

Module 1: Christian View of Human Life in the Horizon of a Good Life for All

  • Philosophical and pedagogical views of human life
  • Biblical-theological views of human life
  • Education for Sustainable Development: Responsibility for Creation – Shaping the world
  • School as an innovative place of learning for a good life

Module 2: Profile Elements of Catholic Institutions for the Realization of Future-oriented Education and Socio-ecological Transformation

  • Feedback culture
  • Forms of participation (e.g. class council, steering committee)
  • (School) pastoral care as a field of action for good life
  • Basics of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)
  • Work shadowing / practical examples

Module 3: Advanced Theological Approaches

  • Images of God
  • Liturgy: Church year, liturgical rituals
  • Spirituality and Laudato si'

Requirements for acquisition of the certificate

Requirements for obtaining the certificate are regular attendance during courses, the conceptualization of an institution-specific sustainability project with poster presentation, written reflection on selected topics related to the implemented project, and the preparation of a “Spirituelle Atempause”.

 

Costs

There is a €299 seminar fee for the certificate course. In addition, there are costs for accommodation/meals in the educational institutions as well as travel costs. Whether fees are taken over in part or in full must be coordinated with the respective supporting institution.

 

Registration

Deadline for registration is September 15, 2023.

You can register via dekanat-rpf(at)ku.de and will then receive further information on enrollment and transfer of fees.

Dates

The following attendance dates have already been set:

  • Nov 24, 2023: Kick-off event (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.) in Eichstätt
  • Jan 16, 2024: Zoom Meeting (5 p.m. - 6.30 p.m.)
  • Mar 6 - 8, 2024: Presumably held at the Bildungshaus Schloss Hirschberg or Plankstetten Monastery (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
  • Apr 16, 2024: Zoom Meeting (5 p.m. - 6.30 p.m.)
  • Jun 3 - 5, 2024: Course units in Eichstätt (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
  • Jun 25, 2024: Zoom Meeting (5 p.m. - 6.30 p.m.)
  • Jul 9, 2024: Closing event with award ceremony in Eichstätt

Rankings and assessments

StudyCheck2024

KU students and alumni have voted for their University to be Germany's most popular university in the 2024 ranking of the online portal StudyCheck. This is the thirdtime in a row, as KU was also voted the most popular university in 2021 and 2022. The ranking was based on over 78,000 evaluations for more than 500 higher education institutions and universities. 97 percent of students questioned for the ranking would recommend studying at the KU to others.

"There is no better praise for a university than almost 100 percent of students and alumni agreeing: I can only recommend studying at the KU! That is why we are very pleased with the ranking’s outcome, because it expresses the high level of satisfaction of our students," says KU President Prof. Dr. Gabriele Gien.

More ranking results

The program in awards and rankings for WFI

The degree programs offered by the Ingolstadt School of Management (WFI) regularly score top positions in popular university rankings.

  • Top positions in Trendence Graduate Baromenter 2017
  • CHE Ranking: WFI was awarded top ranking in categories “teaching offer”, “completion of programs within reasonable time period” and “students overall”
  • Top rankings in 'Logistik Masters' 2016, 2017

The KU

Students on our Eichstätt campus

The KU has two campuses: Eichstätt and Ingolstadt. Seven faculties are located in Eichstätt. The Ingolstadt School of Management (WFI) and MIDS (Institute of Applied Mathematics, Machine Learning and Data Science) are located on our Ingolstadt campus.

This degree program is taught on our Eichstätt campus.

Studying in Eichstätt

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The district of Eichstätt and the city of Ingolstadt are located in the heart of Bavaria. This central location also means that the KU is easy to reach. Eichstätt impresses with its unique combination of baroque architecture, modern amenities and the picturesque nature of the Altmühltal natural park.

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Short distances and lavish green spaces characterize the KU campus in Eichstätt. The KU is a campus University with modern facilities. The buildings on campus are located close to the Eichstätt old town.

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Studying at the KU not only provides you with the specialist knowledge you need, but also aims to open up real future prospects for its students. We want to support our students in finding their own personal path to their individual dream future! The question is not "What career do I want to pursue?", but rather "Who do I want to be?"

Advisory Service

Some offers and study conditions are different for international students – our International Office is happy to provide help and support. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our team. We are happy to accompany you on your way to the KU and hope that we can welcome you in person soon!

International Office
Building Domplatz 8  |  Room: DP8-203 | Campus Eichstätt
Requirements
Bachelor
Teacher at church schools
Language requirements
DSH 2
Application period winter
May 01 - Jul 15
Admission restriction
Yes
Selection procedure
Yes

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