Who is the Master (Blended Learning) of Evaluation (MABLE) suitable for?

The advanced distance learning programme “Master (Blended Learning) of Evaluation (MABLE)” is designed for individuals who wish to specifically expand their skills in the field of monitoring and evaluation (M&E). It is primarily aimed at employees and managers from governmental organisations, private companies, NGOs as well as agencies who conduct, commission or professionally accompany evaluations. The programme is particularly suitable for freelancers or permanently employed persons in quality management, project and programme management, as well as for those interested in pursuing an academic career in the field of evaluation. Due to the international curriculum and the language of instruction being English, professionals from abroad and internationally positioned teams also benefit.

Overview of admission requirements

• First higher education degree: A first professional higher education degree (e.g. Bachelor, Diploma, state examination) in any subject is required.
• Work experience: In addition, at least one year of qualified professional experience must be demonstrable.
• Admission without a first degree: Candidates without a higher education degree may be admitted if they
  • have a higher education entrance qualification (e.g. general university entrance qualification, master craftsman’s certificate or a comparable qualification according to the Saarland Higher Education Act § 77 para. 2 and 13)
  • and can prove relevant professional experience of at least five years,
  • and have passed the aptitude test in due time (application deadline for the aptitude test: 1 April).
• Language certificate: Since the entire programme is conducted in English, proof of sufficient English skills is required (usually at least B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
• Application period: Applications are possible from March until 15 July. The programme starts in the winter semester (October).

Personal requirements and recommended skills

• Interest in empirical research, impact analyses and quality management
• Basic analytical skills, openness to statistical methods and data analysis
• Independent working and self-organisation, since the programme is conducted part-time in a blended learning format
• Communicative competences for exchanging ideas in international, professionally diverse teams
• Willingness to attend occasional presence phases in Saarbrücken and to use digital learning formats
• Resilience and time management to cope with the recommended workload of approx. 15 hours per week, including self-study and project work

Course Content and Structure of the Master (Blended Learning) of Evaluation (MABLE)

The Master (Blended Learning) of Evaluation (MABLE) at the Rhineland-Palatinate Technical University Kaiserslautern-Landau in cooperation with Saarland University imparts scientific knowledge in the field of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E). The aim is to be able to design, conduct and critically assess evaluations in governmental, economic and civil society organisations.

• Theoretical and conceptual foundations: Introduction to evaluation approaches, especially in the international and development-related context.
• Implementation and management of evaluations: Operational methods, planning and control of evaluation projects.
• Methods of data collection and analysis: Empirical social research, quantitative and qualitative procedures, practical case studies.
• Economic evaluation and application in organisations: Economic basic concepts, integration of monitoring and evaluation in company and organisational contexts.
• Communicative key qualifications: Presentation and communication of evaluation results, communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Specialisation options: Elective area with in-depth focus on Social Security Systems or Sustainability in the economic context.
• Final thesis: Independent Master's thesis on a current topic in evaluation research.

How is the distance learning course organised?

The Master’s programme is designed as a four-semester, part-time distance learning course with blended learning components. The language of instruction is English. The standard period of study is four semesters, with enrolment taking place at the start of the winter semester (October).

• Self-study: Scientifically based and practice-oriented learning materials for independent work.
• Online campus: Virtual learning and communication platform for exchange with lecturers and fellow students.
• On-site phases: A total of two on-site sessions each lasting about one week in Saarbrücken – to apply and deepen knowledge in theory and practice.
• Workload: On average approx. 15 hours per week.
• Flexibility: A wide range of digital learning resources and tools are available for the course; the scheduling of the on-site phases will be announced in good time.

Career prospects and areas of application after graduation

The degree programme is aimed at people with experience in evaluation or interest in professional or freelance activity in this field. Graduates acquire interdisciplinary qualifications that are in demand on the international labour market.

• Evaluation and quality management: Activities in organisations of the public sector, development cooperation or in NGOs.
• Project and programme management: Taking on control and leadership responsibilities in the management of programmes, projects and measures in companies or institutions.
• Academic career: Further qualification for scientific activities or doctoral studies in the fields of evaluation, social research and M&E.
• Freelance management consultancy: Support of companies, ministries or international organisations through external evaluation and consultancy.

The degree opens access to an international working environment, as students and alumni come from different countries and disciplines.

Costs of the course and funding opportunities

• Tuition fee: 1,700 Euro per semester (status 2024).
• Social contribution: 135.50 Euro per semester.
• Total costs: Approx. 7,342 Euro for the standard period of study plus social contributions.
• Services included: Study materials and access to the online campus; travel, accommodation and subsistence costs during the on-site phases are not included.
• Instalment payment and extension: Tuition fee can be paid in instalments on request; in case of exceeding the standard period of study, 70% of the fees are waived from the 6th semester onwards.
• Scholarship: From October 2025, students in their second year of study will be eligible for the Deutschlandstipendium. It includes 300 Euro monthly over twelve months. The basis for awarding is the academic performance after the first semester.