Career opportunities

Employment Possibilities

This Master level specialisation in Higher Education Studies aims at providing students with academic expertise and research-based specialised knowledge on key features and dimensions of higher education. Relevant employment opportunities for graduates include, but are not limited to positions at the following organisations and bodies:  

• national governmental organisations, such as ministries, and quality assessment or internationalisation agencies  
• public and private higher education institutions
• national and international university and colleges alliances and networks 
• non-governmental organisations (NGOs)  
• international organisations (e.g. OECD, UNESCO, EU)  
• private companies 

The career prospects for this programme include the following:

• academic staff of colleges and universities
• institutional leaders, managers and administrators
• national or international policy-makers e.g. at Ministries responsible for Higher Education
• national or international consultants
• political specialists

Doctoral degree and PhD

Students who have successfully completed the programme with high academic results are qualified to apply to Ph.D. programmes.

Your career path

You are encouraged to start thinking about your career path during your studies. We support our students on preparing and planning their future careers.

UV Alumni

Through UV Alumni, you gain access to a professional network and the opportunity to keep in touch with former fellow students, lecturers, the faculty, and the university.