Master
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👥 Social Sciences
Lehramt für Sonderpädagogik [Teacher training in special needs education]
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
About the Program
The master's degree in teacher training in special needs education (MEd) enables students to pursue the teaching subjects taken during the bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, English, German, French, geography, history, Protestant religion, mathematics, music, physics, social sciences, Spanish, sport, Turkish, visual arts, or work studies / technology in greater depth. Students also take the special needs education module, enabling them to focus on one of the following seven specialist areas: learning difficulties, speech difficulties, emotional and social development, physical and motor skills development, intellectual development, hearing impairment, or visual impairment. The master's phase includes a six-month core placement. The program qualifies students for a career in teaching at special needs and comprehensive inclusive schools. Before taking up employment as teachers, graduates must complete the teaching practice period (Vorbereitungsdienst), which lasts eighteen months in Hamburg and concludes with the state examination (Staatsexamen).
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The master's degree in teacher training in special needs education (MEd) enables students to pursue the teaching subjects taken during the bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, English, German, French, geography, history, Protestant religion, mathematics, music, physics, social sciences, Spanish, sport, Turkish, visual arts, or work studies / technology in greater depth. Students also take the special needs education module, enabling them to focus on one of the following seven specialist areas: learning difficulties, speech difficulties, emotional and social development, physical and motor skills development, intellectual development, hearing impairment, or visual impairment. The master's phase includes a six-month core placement. The program qualifies students for a career in teaching at special needs and comprehensive inclusive schools. Before taking up employment as teachers, graduates must complete the teaching practice period (Vorbereitungsdienst), which lasts eighteen months in Hamburg and concludes with the state examination (Staatsexamen).
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💡 How do I apply to Lehramt für Sonderpädagogik [Teacher training in special needs education] at Universität Hamburg?
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.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Lehramt für Sonderpädagogik [Teacher training in special needs education] at Universität Hamburg
Is Lehramt für Sonderpädagogik [Teacher training in special needs education] at Universität Hamburg 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 Lehramt für Sonderpädagogik [Teacher training in special needs education] 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 für Sonderpädagogik [Teacher training in special needs education] at Universität Hamburg? ▼
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 für Sonderpädagogik [Teacher training in special needs education]? ▼
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 Hamburg — 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.