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About the Program

The German studies program for teaching at regional schools covers the areas of linguistics, history and theory of German literature, medieval literature, and subject didactics. The teaching program places special emphasis on Low German language and literature, highlighting the regional specificity of this university. Students receive overview knowledge in the areas of Modern German Language and Literature, Older German Language and Literature, and German Linguistics, which is deepened during the course of study. In the area of subject didactics, students begin teaching at schools from the fourth semester onwards, giving their first lessons with guidance and reflection. In addition to the teaching subjects, students attend courses in educational sciences and complete several internships.
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The German studies program for teaching at regional schools covers the areas of linguistics, history and theory of German literature, medieval literature, and subject didactics. The teaching program places special emphasis on Low German language and literature, highlighting the regional specificity of this university. Students receive overview knowledge in the areas of Modern German Language and Literature, Older German Language and Literature, and German Linguistics, which is deepened during the course of study. In the area of subject didactics, students begin teaching at schools from the fourth semester onwards, giving their first lessons with guidance and reflection. In addition to the teaching subjects, students attend courses in educational sciences and complete several internships.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

German Language and Literature Teaching

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about German - First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional schools at Universität Greifswald

Is German - First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional schools at Universität Greifswald 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 German - First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional 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 German - First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional schools at Universität Greifswald?

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 German - First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional 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 Greifswald — 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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