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Griechisch Lehramt an Gymnasien (Greek teacher training), Staatsexamen at Leipzig University

Leipzig University, Germany

Programme overview

Centred on Greek philology: research into the Greek language and literature in the context of Graeco-Roman culture from antiquity through the Byzantine period to modern times, with a focus on Greek antiquity, plus subject didactics. Teacher-training programme for Gymnasien (academic secondary schools) leading to the Erste Staatsprüfung.

Faculty: Philologische Fakultät  |  Department: Institut für Klassische Philologie und Komparatistik  |  Duration: 10 semesters (5 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time; taught in German; Staatsexamen  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany

What you will study

Greek philology with emphasis on antiquity.

Career pathways

Prepares for work as a teacher; the Erste Staatsprüfung at Leipzig University qualifies for entry to the preparatory service (Vorbereitungsdienst).

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Entry requirements

General or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (Allgemeine or Fachgebundene Hochschulreife). Proof of Latinum, Graecum (or equivalent) as set by the programme regulations. A phoniatric certificate (voice and speech aptitude) is mandatory for enrolment. Open admission (no numerus clausus). Application period: 02.05. – 15.09.; portal: AlmaWeb.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 10 semesters (5 years)

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