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Leibniz Universität Hannover
Master German Social Sciences

Teacher Training Course for Technical EducationTeacher Training for Technical Education

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

About the Program

In the Master's degree programme, students continue to explore the vocational subject area and teaching subject pursued at the Bachelor's stage. Graduates of the Master's Teacher Training Course for Technical Education can apply for the preparatory phase of teacher training (teacher training period) for technical education. The degree programme is divided into the chosen vocational subject area, worth 42 credit points, the teaching subject, worth 28 credit points, and Vocational and Business Education, worth 30 credit points. The degree programme concludes with a written (Master's) thesis worth 20 credit points. Students can choose from six vocational subject areas (Electrical Engineering; Metals Technology; Site Engineering; Colour Technology and Interior Decoration; Plant Operations and Manufacturing of Wood Products; and Food Science) and eleven teaching 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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

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

Technical Education

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Teacher Training Course for Technical Education at Leibniz Universität Hannover

Is Teacher Training Course for Technical Education 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 Teacher Training Course for Technical 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 Teacher Training Course for Technical Education 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 Teacher Training Course for Technical Education? ▼

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 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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