Heidelberg University campus

Arts & Humanities

MEd Italian (Master of Education subject component) at Heidelberg University

Heidelberg University, Germany

Programme overview

Romance studies considers Romance languages, literature and cultures. In Italian, the focus is on the Italian-speaking world (in particular Italy, Ticino).

Faculty: Faculty of Modern Languages  |  Department: Department of Romance Studies  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time option available); German-taught and Italian and German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The theory and methodology modules in the academic programme comprise 18 credits (CPs) while the specialised didactics modules comprise 13 CPs (5 CPs of which are allocated to preparation and follow-up work for the school placement). The blended module is the point of intersection between theory and methodology and specialised didactics:

Career pathways

The Master of Education in Italian combines specialised and consolidated learning content in the areas of literary studies, linguistics and cultural studies with specialised didactic teaching of these topics in preparation for a career as a teacher.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Admission route: Application for Master of Education. Language of instruction: Italian and German. Requires a completed relevant Bachelor degree (consecutive Master).

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Explore more study programmes

View all study programmes →

Ready to start your study abroad journey?

Book a free consultation with our expert counsellors and take the first step towards your dream university.

Copyrights © 2026 StudyMapped. All rights reserved.