Self-regulated learning, reading comprehension, and a flexible upper school curriculum at Dresden University School – State examination theses in the field of educational sciences for winter term 2026/27

State examination theses in the teaching profession in the field of educational science in the winter semester 2026/27

The Chair of Education / Inclusive Education (EWIB) offers state examination theses in the context of the accompanying research of the University School Dresden pilot project. The aim of the state examination thesis is for you to work independently on a defined scientific research topic and present it in writing. After the information on the registration procedure and formalities, you will find a list of the topics below on which we currently offer theses and can support you.

If you are writing your state examination thesis at EWIB, we assume that you will participate in our research colloquium (at least 2 dates). The topics or questions listed under 'Focus' are possible contents for final theses. Preference should be given to these topics; in special individual cases, other topics are possible by arrangement.

Registration procedure

To apply, please send an email to forus@tu-dresden.de by June 30, 2026, briefly explaining why you are interested in the topic. Please also indicate whether you have already attended a seminar in the context of the University School Dresden or have done an internship at the University School Dresden. You can also mention any previous experience with qualitative and/or quantitative research. If you have no previous experience with empirical research, you should be prepared to familiarize yourself with it.

You are expected to receive feedback around Mid-July. If you are interested in several topics, please write separate e-mails.

Notes on formalities

• The form for the registration of the "academic paper" must be submitted.
• You need one person for the first and one person for the second assessment. We can support you with this.
• The time required to complete the state examination thesis is 6 months.
• The number of pages of a standard thesis varies from approx. 50 to 80 pages.
• Please follow the academic standards (e.g. Harvard) when formatting/citing your thesis.

Further information on submission can be found on the website of the Saxony Law and Regulations Administration.

Topics in winter term 2026/27

Please see the website in German for the full description of the topics and application details.

• Tracking and supporting self-regulated learning
• Digital learning diaries to support self-regulated learning
• Flexible upper secondary education from the students’ perspective
• Supporting self-regulated learning in goal-setting meetings (ZVG)
• ELFE data in comparison
• Digital learning journals as a tool for language progression
• Collaboration between schools and school authorities from the schools’ perspective

About the University School Dresden

Dresden University School is a joint project of the state capital of Dresden and the TUD Dresden University of Technology. It is a public and free community school run by the city, where innovative forms of teaching and learning are tested under academic supervision. In addition, it is a training school for future teachers and, in the future, a further education school for teachers. The ForUS - University School Research Unit at TU Dresden is providing scientific support for the school trial.

Information on the research project at TU Dresden: https: //tu-dresden.de/gsw/unischule
Information on the University School Dresden: http://universitaetsschule.org

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