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Lehramt an MittelschulenMiddle School Teacher Training

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About the Program

The 'Lehramt an Mittelschulen' (Teaching at Middle Schools) program prepares students to become teachers at middle schools in Bavaria. The study program includes educational sciences (pedagogy, school pedagogy, and psychology), in-depth study of one teaching subject, and the study of middle school didactics with three didactic subjects. The program follows a modular structure with 40% of the final grade calculated from module grades and 60% from the state examination. After the first state examination, graduates complete a preparatory service (Referendariat) as teacher trainees, concluding with a second state examination that completes teacher training.
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The 'Lehramt an Mittelschulen' (Teaching at Middle Schools) program prepares students to become teachers at middle schools in Bavaria. The study program includes educational sciences (pedagogy, school pedagogy, and psychology), in-depth study of one teaching subject, and the study of middle school didactics with three didactic subjects. The program follows a modular structure with 40% of the final grade calculated from module grades and 60% from the state examination. After the first state examination, graduates complete a preparatory service (Referendariat) as teacher trainees, concluding with a second state examination that completes teacher training.

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 Lehramt an Mittelschulen at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg

Is Lehramt an Mittelschulen at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg 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 Lehramt an Mittelschulen 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 Lehramt an Mittelschulen at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg?

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 Lehramt an Mittelschulen?

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 Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg — 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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