Eurythmy, Master of Arts

Who is suitable for the Master’s programme in Eurythmy in School and Society?

The Master’s programme “Eurythmy in School and Society” at Alanus University is aimed at individuals with completed eurythmy training who wish to work or further develop themselves in educational, artistic or social-artistic fields. Particular target groups are trained eurythmists who, for example, work in Waldorf schools, kindergartens, cultural institutions or social fields of work, or who want to enter these professional areas. The course offers both beginners and experienced professionals the opportunity for academic and artistic deepening and professional advancement. Ideally, you are already practically active during your studies in order to apply the content directly in school or society.

Admission requirements at a glance

The following admission requirements apply for entry to the Master’s programme “Eurythmy in School and Society”:

• Completed eurythmy training at a recognised training institution (e.g. with the Eurythmy Diploma of the Section for Speaking and Musical Arts/Goetheanum)
• Successful admission interview at Alanus University
• If no general or subject-specific university entrance qualification (Abitur) is available, an alternative university entrance examination is possible

Various access options are offered – for special individual circumstances, a counselling interview is recommended.

You can find out about the required application documents and the exact procedure from the student advisory service or as part of an information event at the university.

Personal requirements: What should you bring with you?

• Sound eurythmic, artistic and/or pedagogical basic skills gained through completed eurythmy training
• Interest in pedagogical, artistic and social work with people of different age groups
• Willingness to reflect on and further develop your own practice as well as actively engage with current social issues
• Openness to interdisciplinary collaboration, e.g. with colleagues from other specialist areas
• Ideally practical experience or work in school, kindergarten or other social/cultural fields of work (especially recommended but can also be developed alongside studies)
• Time flexibility and self-motivation, especially when studying part-time alongside professional work

What do you learn in the Master’s programme Eurythmy in School and Society?

In the Master’s programme “Eurythmy in School and Society” at Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences, you acquire advanced pedagogical and social-artistic competences for the professional application of eurythmy in educational, social, and cultural contexts. The modular structure offers you a broad methodological, artistic, and scientific education tailored directly to your professional everyday life.

• Subject didactics for children, adolescents and adults: Practice-oriented methods for target group-appropriate eurythmy teaching across all age groups.
• Deepening of eurythmic practice: Enhancement of your eurythmic-artistic skills with a focus on effect and pedagogical application.
• School pedagogy and school development: Content on anthropology, developmental psychology, educational sciences and organisational development in educational institutions.
• Art and society: Social and cultural sciences, learning process design, communication and aspects of school law.
• Studium Generale: Anthroposophical spiritual science, eurythmy science and social science.
• Artistic complementary subjects: Possibilities include, among others, speech design, music theatre, dance, acting and visual arts.
• Master’s thesis: Documentation and evaluation of an independently managed project in a pedagogical or cultural-pedagogical context.
• Practical area: Supervised, reflective practical phases in your own professional field, adapted to your individual interests.

How does the course proceed?

The Master’s in Eurythmy is offered as an on-site programme in Alfter – both part-time (4 semesters) and full-time (2 semesters). The structure is designed to combine work and study. Part-time students in particular can apply what they have learned immediately in their daily work and receive continuous feedback.

• Part-time: approximately 8 weekends and around 6 block weeks per year (spread over 2 years).
• Full-time: approximately 10 weekends and about 13 block weeks.
• Individual specialisation possible: “Eurythmy in school” or “Eurythmy in society”.
• Intensive mentoring, especially in the initial phase and for career starters (e.g. lesson observations).
• Teaching in small groups with plenty of space for questions and exchange.
• Strong practical orientation with implementation and evaluation of your own projects during the course.

What career prospects does this Master’s open up?

With the “Master of Arts” degree, you are particularly qualified for work as a eurythmy teacher in Waldorf kindergartens and Waldorf schools for all age groups. In addition, professional opportunities open up for you in social, cultural or societal fields where eurythmic-artistic processes are designed and accompanied.

• Teaching eurythmy in schools (especially Waldorf schools) and kindergartens.
• Pedagogical or social-artistic projects in cultural institutions and initiatives.
• Qualification for higher refinancing in schools through the Master’s degree.
• High job security due to the growing number of schools with eurythmy needs.
• Option for advanced training and certificate courses for additional qualifications.

Where do you study?

The course takes place at Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences at the Alfter campus near Bonn. The university is characterised by individual support, small groups and a close interconnection of theory and practice.

• Study in the artistically innovative environment of a specialised university of arts.
• Individual support and personal mentoring by experienced lecturers.
• Practice-oriented implementation and cooperation with regional institutions and schools.

What costs do you have to expect and how can you finance your studies?

The tuition fees for the Master’s programme in Eurythmy amount to €1,080 per semester (paid semi-annually) or €190 monthly during the standard period of study. Various financing options and scholarships are available:

• BAföG: The course can basically be funded through BAföG.
• Special Eurythmy funding: This often significantly reduces the monthly tuition fees.
• Germany Scholarship: Opportunity to apply for gifted student funding within the university.
• Further funding: The university supports you with individual financing advice in finding appropriate support schemes.

For those interested who do not aim for an academic degree, it is also possible to attend individual seminars in the field of eurythmy as certificate courses and obtain a university certificate.