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Leibniz Universität Hannover
Master German Social Sciences

History as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar SchoolsHistory Education (Secondary)

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

About the Program

The subject History is offered as one of two subjects within the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools. The range of courses covers a compulsory area focusing on history education and a specialist compulsory elective area. The compulsory area includes a supervised school placement and advanced studies in history education. In the compulsory elective area, students take courses in advanced modules on regional and epochal specialisations. The course content includes in-depth examination of issues relating to history education alongside school-based studies (classroom observation, lesson planning and teaching practice). The compulsory elective area offers systematically differentiated approaches (global history, social history, cultural history and historical culture) from regional and sectoral specialisations.
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The subject History is offered as one of two subjects within the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools. The range of courses covers a compulsory area focusing on history education and a specialist compulsory elective area. The compulsory area includes a supervised school placement and advanced studies in history education. In the compulsory elective area, students take courses in advanced modules on regional and epochal specialisations. The course content includes in-depth examination of issues relating to history education alongside school-based studies (classroom observation, lesson planning and teaching practice). The compulsory elective area offers systematically differentiated approaches (global history, social history, cultural history and historical culture) from regional and sectoral specialisations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about History as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools at Leibniz Universität Hannover

Is History as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools at Leibniz Universität Hannover 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 History as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar 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 History as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools at Leibniz Universität Hannover?

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 History as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar 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 Leibniz Universität Hannover — 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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