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Leibniz Universität Hannover
Master German Arts & Design

Performing Arts as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar SchoolsPerforming Arts

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

About the Program

The subject Performing Arts is offered as one of two subjects within the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools. Performing Arts is directed at prospective students wishing to teach drama or performance. Artistic, specialist and teaching methodological learning content are closely linked to each other. Central elements of the programme include dramaturgy, performance analysis, history of the theatre, and drama teaching issues in school-based practice. Students acquire advanced skills specific to the subject and teacher training. Besides acquiring specialist knowledge in theatre and performance, Performing Arts students primarily learn theatre practice and theatre education. In the course of their degree, prospective drama teachers become acquainted with different varieties of contemporary theatre: physical and musical theatre, site-specific theatre, performance art, and so on.
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The subject Performing Arts is offered as one of two subjects within the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools. Performing Arts is directed at prospective students wishing to teach drama or performance. Artistic, specialist and teaching methodological learning content are closely linked to each other. Central elements of the programme include dramaturgy, performance analysis, history of the theatre, and drama teaching issues in school-based practice. Students acquire advanced skills specific to the subject and teacher training. Besides acquiring specialist knowledge in theatre and performance, Performing Arts students primarily learn theatre practice and theatre education. In the course of their degree, prospective drama teachers become acquainted with different varieties of contemporary theatre: physical and musical theatre, site-specific theatre, performance art, and so on.

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Is Performing Arts as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools at Leibniz Universität Hannover 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 Performing Arts as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools 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 Performing Arts as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools at Leibniz Universität Hannover?

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 Performing Arts as subject in the Master's Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools?

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 Leibniz Universität Hannover — 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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