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About the Program

Philosophy as a science, unlike specialized sciences, is a discipline not limited to specific areas and only partially working with established procedures. It aims at the foundations and scope of discursive knowledge, meaning, and will formation, and systematically employs alternative methods in both theoretical and practical terms. Reflection on these procedures is an essential component of philosophical work. Knowledge of the history of philosophy is essential for this. Factual-systematic and historical-critical work require and promote each other. Graduates in philosophy should be enabled to cope with demanding theoretical or practical decision-making situations in a reflective manner and with analytical thoroughness. The teaching degree program in Philosophy aims to enable students to master selected basic concepts and procedures of philosophy in their context in an independent manner. The program is structured into thematically related subject areas called modules, each concluded with an examination.
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Philosophy as a science, unlike specialized sciences, is a discipline not limited to specific areas and only partially working with established procedures. It aims at the foundations and scope of discursive knowledge, meaning, and will formation, and systematically employs alternative methods in both theoretical and practical terms. Reflection on these procedures is an essential component of philosophical work. Knowledge of the history of philosophy is essential for this. Factual-systematic and historical-critical work require and promote each other. Graduates in philosophy should be enabled to cope with demanding theoretical or practical decision-making situations in a reflective manner and with analytical thoroughness. The teaching degree program in Philosophy aims to enable students to master selected basic concepts and procedures of philosophy in their context in an independent manner. The program is structured into thematically related subject areas called modules, each concluded with an examination.

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

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

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 Philosophy First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional schools at Universität Greifswald

Is Philosophy First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional schools at Universität Greifswald taught in German or English?

This Other programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Philosophy First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional 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 Philosophy First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional schools at Universität Greifswald?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 First state examination for the Teaching Qualification for regional 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 Universität Greifswald — 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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