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Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Philosophy Ethics Bachelor of Arts Teaching Degree Minor FieldPhilosophy and Ethics for Teaching (Minor)

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The focus of the course is teaching students the ability to reflect with reason and empathy on fundamental questions of humans' place in the world, as well as issues of moral orientation. In addition to the specialist modules, the specific teaching-oriented study modules are particularly valuable. The content of the Philosophy/Ethics degree programme at HU is harmonised with the Berlin Philosophy and Ethics framework curricula. The combined course offers teacher-oriented training in Philosophy and Ethics and prepares students for teaching posts in both subjects.

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

Philosophy/Ethics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Philosophy Ethics Bachelor of Arts Teaching Degree Minor Field at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Is Philosophy Ethics Bachelor of Arts Teaching Degree Minor Field at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin 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 Philosophy Ethics Bachelor of Arts Teaching Degree Minor Field 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 Philosophy Ethics Bachelor of Arts Teaching Degree Minor Field at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin? ▼

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 Philosophy Ethics Bachelor of Arts Teaching Degree Minor Field? ▼

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 Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin — 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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