Degree-Overview powered by DGWF
University continuing‑education offerings can be vast — different programs, formats, and degree levels. To make this landscape clear and transparent, we have created a structured grid that:
- Enhances clarity – presents each option in an easy‑to‑read format.
- Facilitates comparison – lets prospective learners see at a glance how programs differ in content, duration, and credentials.
- Respects legal requirements – incorporates the specific university‑law framework that all continuing‑education institutions are following.
The result is a reference that helps you identify the right study path quickly and confidently.
Professional experience meets science. Upskilling or Reskilling with DQR‑Level Certificates & Micro‑Credentials
Our courses provide either subject‑specific knowledge for targeted professional groups or general scientific content for anyone interested in the field.
They are designed at Competence Level 6 (DQR) or Level 7 (DQR), ensuring an advanced learning experience that aligns with European qualification standards.
Entry Requirements
- Typically at least one year of relevant professional experience.
- Especially in master programmes, a first university degree is also required.
Certification
- All participants receive a Certificate of Attendance.
- If a formal examination is completed, a Certificate of Achievement (or equivalent) is awarded.
Micro‑credentials
European education policy actively promotes these units as effective tools for continuous professional development.
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) and Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS)
Degrees & Certifications
The qualification you receive depends on the total workload of your courses or combined modules.
| Qualification | Minimum Credit Points* |
|---|---|
| Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) | 30 ECTS |
| Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) | 10 ECTS |
| 1 ECTS = 25‑30 hours of learner work |
If no exam or thesis is completed, you are awarded a Certificate of Participation.
Key facts
- The classification follows the Swiss university model and is recognized in Switzerland and, to a certain extent, in Austria.
- In 2023/2024 all of University of Freiburg’s CAS and DAS programmes received the Baden‑Württemberg Quality Seal (certified by Evalag).
- The seal confirms that programme design, learning outcomes, and implementation meet external quality standards and that the competencies align with the German Qualifications Framework (DQR).
Certification criteria
- Program profile
- Curriculum
- Examination system
- Organisation of continuing‑education offerings
- Resources
- Quality‑assurance procedures
These criteria ensure that the intended qualification objectives and the resulting competency profile are reliably achieved.
Master's programs
Continuing‑Education Master’s Programs
- Work‑friendly design – study while you work, leading to a full university master’s degree.
- Flexible delivery – blended learning, fully online (study anytime, anywhere), or on‑site classes.
Accreditation – University of Freiburg Details: https://uni-freiburg.de/iq-qa/
System‑accredited by ZEvA Hannover (no conditions) through the 2025/2026 academic year. Reaccreditation of the system accreditation is currently underway. Ongoing reaccreditation ensures continuous quality; each master’s programme is reviewed as part of this system process.