Transdisciplinary Competences

General education, developing skills in transdisciplinary thinking in (global) contexts and the ability to reflect on acquired knowledge as well as to deal with complex cultural, technical and social changes, developments and new problems. Successful interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary cooperation both in studies and in professional practice call not only for disciplinary knowledge, but also abilities in strategic orientation and in the transfer of knowledge.

In addition to contextual, logical, abstract and strategic thinking, both the ability to acquire and evaluate well-founded information and (creative) problem-solving skills are crucial for an individual to be open to and capable of lifelong learning. Along with skills in self-awareness and leadership, the ability to express oneself in speech and writing, presentation techniques, capacities for conflict-solving and teamwork, a willingness to innovate as well as planning and project management competencies are important soft skills that improve employability – in the sense of the ability to act flexibly and appropriately in dynamically-changing situations.

In the framework of a comprehensive educational concept, central transdisciplinary competencies include self-determination, self-reflection and self-assessment, critical thinking, aesthetic experience and precise perception, flexibility and adaptability, creativity, social and empathetic behavior including critical reflection, respect for differences of opinion and tolerance of ambiguity, conscientiousness, and sound moral, professional and scientific ethical judgment.