Many people opt for a dual study programme for the following reasons:
- Time saving: As there are no semester breaks, the duration of study can be shortened. In the case of training-integrated degree programmes, you obtain two degrees within three to five years: a vocational qualification and a university degree.
- Good study conditions: The dual study programmes are usually organised in a compact way in terms of time and content and offer supervision in small study groups.
- Good job and career opportunities: Dual students have usually already made important contacts with companies during the practical phases, can usually start without additional familiarisation time and are therefore often taken on by the cooperating company after graduation.
However, a dual study programme can be quite challenging.
Mobility and flexibility are particularly important: your university and your training company may not be in close proximity to each other. You may have to adjust to the different environment on a daily basis. When other students are on semester break, you will be working in the company or have to attend vocational school or a vocational academy.
