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Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
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Catholic Religious Education Teaching Degree

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About the Program

The Catholic Religious Education program focuses on exploring how to appropriately discuss people, God, and the meaning of life in Catholic religious education using effective teaching methods. The program examines learning conditions in schools, reflects on opportunities and limits to religious learning, and explores teaching methods and media. Students learn fundamental elements of the Christian faith and how to introduce them into religious education. The program can only be studied as a teaching subject in the teaching degree program (Lehramt) for primary and secondary schools (Mittelschule).
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The Catholic Religious Education program focuses on exploring how to appropriately discuss people, God, and the meaning of life in Catholic religious education using effective teaching methods. The program examines learning conditions in schools, reflects on opportunities and limits to religious learning, and explores teaching methods and media. Students learn fundamental elements of the Christian faith and how to introduce them into religious education. The program can only be studied as a teaching subject in the teaching degree program (Lehramt) for primary and secondary schools (Mittelschule).

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Catholic Religious Education Teaching Degree at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Is Catholic Religious Education Teaching Degree at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg taught in German or English?

This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Catholic Religious Education Teaching Degree programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Catholic Religious Education Teaching Degree at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Catholic Religious Education Teaching Degree?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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