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BEd Sozialkunde (Social Studies, Teacher Training) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

Programme overview

Teacher-training programme for students interested in politics, economy and social processes who want to teach current world affairs.

Faculty: Fachbereich 02 - Sozialwissenschaften, Medien und Sport  |  Department: Institut für Politikwissenschaft  |  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 pillars: foundations of political science and neighbouring disciplines (introduction, methods, academic working), political-science basic modules such as democracy and society in Germany, and subject didactics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Restricted admission (Numerus clausus) (in the 1st subject semester). German proficiency for international applicants: DSH-2 or equivalent. Application period: winter semester: early June to 15 July; summer semester: early December to 15 January.

Intake: Summer and winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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