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Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Bachelor German Social Sciences

History

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)

Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz Mainz · Rhineland-Palatinate

About the Program

The History program at JGU focuses on understanding history and its impact on current generations. Students study human achievements and failures across different epochs and regions - from antiquity to contemporary history, from the Rhine Valley to Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean. As future history teachers, students primarily work with texts in the form of sources and academic literature. They learn how human artifacts from past times can provide insights into fundamental patterns and motivations of human action, political and economic structures, and the social fabric of people over time. The program includes fachdidactic training on how to teach history in an appealing and motivating way to students. The curriculum consists of three thematic blocks: an introductory module with fundamentals, theories and methods of historical science; epoch modules on Ancient, Medieval, Modern and Contemporary History; and subject didactics on the prerequisites for historical learning in schools.
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The History program at JGU focuses on understanding history and its impact on current generations. Students study human achievements and failures across different epochs and regions - from antiquity to contemporary history, from the Rhine Valley to Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean. As future history teachers, students primarily work with texts in the form of sources and academic literature. They learn how human artifacts from past times can provide insights into fundamental patterns and motivations of human action, political and economic structures, and the social fabric of people over time. The program includes fachdidactic training on how to teach history in an appealing and motivating way to students. The curriculum consists of three thematic blocks: an introductory module with fundamentals, theories and methods of historical science; epoch modules on Ancient, Medieval, Modern and Contemporary History; and subject didactics on the prerequisites for historical learning in schools.

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How do I apply to History at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about History at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

Is History at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor 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 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 at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz? ▼

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? ▼

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 Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz — 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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