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Latin FIRST STATE EXAM HIGH SCHOOLLatin - Secondary Teacher Education

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About the Program

In Latin, students study the written legacy of ancient Rome and the Roman Empire, especially in the works of Roman authors, up to the end of antiquity. The study and research of language and literature includes their requirements and after-effects, Roman history, art, Philosophy and the history of religion and culture. Students learn to understand general and specialized problems of Latin language and literature and to contribute to their solution. The program develops competence to deal independently with ancient culture and its tradition, especially in the school and educational field. The standard period of study is ten semesters with a total of 300 credit points (ECTS). The program includes a five-month school placement semester in the fifth or sixth semester. As a future teacher, students study two subjects on an equal footing and complete an accompanying Educational Science program.
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In Latin, students study the written legacy of ancient Rome and the Roman Empire, especially in the works of Roman authors, up to the end of antiquity. The study and research of language and literature includes their requirements and after-effects, Roman history, art, Philosophy and the history of religion and culture. Students learn to understand general and specialized problems of Latin language and literature and to contribute to their solution. The program develops competence to deal independently with ancient culture and its tradition, especially in the school and educational field. The standard period of study is ten semesters with a total of 300 credit points (ECTS). The program includes a five-month school placement semester in the fifth or sixth semester. As a future teacher, students study two subjects on an equal footing and complete an accompanying Educational Science program.

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 Latin FIRST STATE EXAM HIGH SCHOOL at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena

Is Latin FIRST STATE EXAM HIGH SCHOOL at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena 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 Latin FIRST STATE EXAM HIGH SCHOOL 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 Latin FIRST STATE EXAM HIGH SCHOOL at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena?

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 Latin FIRST STATE EXAM HIGH SCHOOL?

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-Schiller-Universität Jena — 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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