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BEd Geschichte (History, Teacher Training) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

Programme overview

Teacher-training programme in history for teaching at Gymnasium.

Faculty: Fachbereich 07 - Geschichts- und Kulturwissenschaften  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (German-taught; teacher training (Lehramt))  |  Intake: Summer and winter semester  |  Location: Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

What you will study

Three thematic blocks: an introductory module on foundations, theories and methods; period modules on ancient, medieval, early modern and modern history; and subject didactics on historical learning at school.

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Application information

Entry requirements

No admission restriction (no Numerus clausus). Passion for history and working with sources and academic literature. German proficiency for international applicants: DSH-2 or equivalent. Application period: winter semester: early June to 1 September; summer semester: early December to 1 March. Earlier deadlines apply when combined with a restricted-admission subject.

Intake: Summer and winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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