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Universität Erfurt
Master German Social Sciences

Education Primary SchoolsPrimary School Education

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

About the Program

With the completion of the Master of Education Primary School, you acquire an application-oriented, scientific professional qualification for working as a primary school teacher. On the basis of a corresponding bachelor's degree, you will be prepared in the master's programme for the teaching qualification for the teaching subjects German, mathematics, subject teaching (basic subjects) and a fourth subject (main subject). You will gain knowledge about the social framework conditions of school and teaching, and develop competences to plan, carry out and reflect on subject- and school type-related processes of teaching and learning in a theory-based way. The program comprises 120 credit points divided into educational science area (21 LP), specialist didactic area (45 LP), selection range (6 LP), complex school internship (30 LP), and master thesis (18 LP).
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With the completion of the Master of Education Primary School, you acquire an application-oriented, scientific professional qualification for working as a primary school teacher. On the basis of a corresponding bachelor's degree, you will be prepared in the master's programme for the teaching qualification for the teaching subjects German, mathematics, subject teaching (basic subjects) and a fourth subject (main subject). You will gain knowledge about the social framework conditions of school and teaching, and develop competences to plan, carry out and reflect on subject- and school type-related processes of teaching and learning in a theory-based way. The program comprises 120 credit points divided into educational science area (21 LP), specialist didactic area (45 LP), selection range (6 LP), complex school internship (30 LP), and master thesis (18 LP).

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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Education Primary Schools at Universität Erfurt

Is Education Primary Schools at Universität Erfurt taught in German or English?

This Master 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 Education Primary Schools 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 Education Primary Schools at Universität Erfurt?

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 Education Primary Schools?

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 Universität Erfurt — 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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