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Observe international vocational training

One of the tasks of VET research is to evaluate and observe international developments in vocational education and training. BIBB also participates in international VET cooperation. These tasks are supported by monitoring vocational education and training systems and by conducting comparative research projects.

Important activities implemented by BIBB within this context:

  • Involvement in the European information network for vocational education and training (ReferNet)
  • Publication of the “International Handbook of Vocational Education and Training”
  • Implementation of the institute’s own comparative research and development projects within the scope of the Medium-Term Research and Development Programme and participation in projects
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Wednesday, 12 August 2026

Dataset on VET policies

The dataset for the Timeline of VET policies in Europe is now available to researchers. It enables an in-depth analysis of the developments documented by ReferNet since 2015. The data is accompanied by a readme file providing all the background information.

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Participants of the ReferNet network meeting in May stand together as a group
Tuesday, 9 June 2026

ReferNet partners at BIBB

At a meeting of the ReferNet network in May, in-depth discussions took place at the BIBB on current developments in VET across Europe. The focus was on recognition of foreign qualifications, excellence, international mobility and AI. A company visit gave a practical insight into the dual training.

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Thursday, 15 January 2026
Skills trends in a nutshell

3.5.304 - Stakeholders’ roles in VET in times of digitalisation – a German-Swiss comparison (RADigital)

Time period III-18 to IV-19

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1.5.309 - Work-based learning programmes in the tertiary training sector - an international comparative analysis of models and functions

Time period I-14 to III-17

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1.5.313 - Development of national training standards - stakeholders, procedures and organisation in a European comparison

Time period I-15 to IV-17

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1.5.312 - Dual education and training as a company-based strategy for ensuring provision of specialist skills - case studies of motivation and organisation in an international context

Time period II-15 to I-17

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1.5.303 - Executive publication of the International Handbook of Vocational Training (IHBB)

Time period I-10 to IV-16

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1.5.314 - Transfer in (international) vocational education and training cooperations

Time period II-15 to IV-16

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