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Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Values and Norms

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The degree programme serves to train prospective teachers in the subject "Values and Norms" at grammar schools and comprehensive schools, which can be chosen in Lower Saxony as an alternative to denominational religious education. The programme is designed to familiarise students with the spectrum of different approaches to questions of values and norms and also addresses other issues, e.g. from anthropology and epistemology, political theory, cultural sociology and the history of religion. Therefore, the programme is interdisciplinary and includes courses from the compulsory subjects Philosophy and Religious Studies as well as from the optional subjects such as Sociology, Political Science (Theory of Democracy) and Ethnology. In addition, students gain initial insights into the didactic reflection of the educational goals and teaching methods of the subject.
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The degree programme serves to train prospective teachers in the subject "Values and Norms" at grammar schools and comprehensive schools, which can be chosen in Lower Saxony as an alternative to denominational religious education. The programme is designed to familiarise students with the spectrum of different approaches to questions of values and norms and also addresses other issues, e.g. from anthropology and epistemology, political theory, cultural sociology and the history of religion. Therefore, the programme is interdisciplinary and includes courses from the compulsory subjects Philosophy and Religious Studies as well as from the optional subjects such as Sociology, Political Science (Theory of Democracy) and Ethnology. In addition, students gain initial insights into the didactic reflection of the educational goals and teaching methods of the subject.

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 Religious Studies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Values and Norms at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

Is Values and Norms at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen 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 Values and Norms 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 Values and Norms at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen?

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 Values and Norms?

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 Georg-August-Universität Göttingen — 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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