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Pädagogische Hochschule Karlsruhe
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Lehramt GrundschulePrimary Education Teacher Training

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Bachelor's program for Primary School Teaching is the first step towards becoming a teacher. It combines subject knowledge with extensive practical school experience, providing the foundation for competently guiding children from age 5 on their educational journey. The program focuses on education, support, and upbringing of 5 to 12-year-old primary school children. Students acquire in-depth qualifications in educational sciences and develop competencies in their chosen subjects. The program also covers key competencies such as digitalization and AI, health education, education for sustainable development, teamwork ability, and cooperative communication with parents. Students gain intercultural knowledge, diagnostic and support competencies, and are prepared for integrative and inclusive teaching in heterogeneous learning groups. The program consists of 180 credit points (CP) divided into modules across several study areas: Educational Sciences (46 CP), Subject Sciences/Subject Didactics (102 CP), School Practical Studies (26 CP), and Final Thesis (6 CP).

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

Primary Education

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Lehramt Grundschule at Pädagogische Hochschule Karlsruhe

Is Lehramt Grundschule at Pädagogische Hochschule Karlsruhe 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 Lehramt Grundschule 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 Grundschule at Pädagogische Hochschule Karlsruhe? ▼

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 Grundschule? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Pädagogische Hochschule Karlsruhe — 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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