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Teaching Qualification for Primary Education with the Subject "Islamic Religion"Teaching Qualification for Primary Education with Islamic Religion

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About the Program

The degree programme in primary education, or 'L1' with "Islamic Religion", prepares students to teach Years 1-4 at German Grundschulen. Graduates get a teaching certificate for Years 1-6 in their particular teaching subjects. The program includes educational and social sciences (sociology, political science, psychology, educational science), didactics of the primary school, musical-aesthetic training, movement education, and three main subjects: German, Mathematics, and Islamic Religion. For teaching the subject Islamic religion and in order to hold denominational classes, a teaching permission for the subject Religion is required. The organisations DITIB Landesverband Hessen and Ahmadyya Muslim Jamaat in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland e.V. are recognised cooperation partners authorized to give graduates the permission to teach.
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The degree programme in primary education, or 'L1' with "Islamic Religion", prepares students to teach Years 1-4 at German Grundschulen. Graduates get a teaching certificate for Years 1-6 in their particular teaching subjects. The program includes educational and social sciences (sociology, political science, psychology, educational science), didactics of the primary school, musical-aesthetic training, movement education, and three main subjects: German, Mathematics, and Islamic Religion. For teaching the subject Islamic religion and in order to hold denominational classes, a teaching permission for the subject Religion is required. The organisations DITIB Landesverband Hessen and Ahmadyya Muslim Jamaat in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland e.V. are recognised cooperation partners authorized to give graduates the permission to teach.

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).

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

Mathematics Educational Science Political Science Sociology Psychology German Islamic Religion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Teaching Qualification for Primary Education with the Subject "Islamic Religion" at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

Is Teaching Qualification for Primary Education with the Subject "Islamic Religion" at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen taught in German or English?

This Other 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 Teaching Qualification for Primary Education with the Subject "Islamic Religion" 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 Teaching Qualification for Primary Education with the Subject "Islamic Religion" at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen?

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 Teaching Qualification for Primary Education with the Subject "Islamic Religion"?

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 Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen — 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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