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Katholische Religion – Lehramt an Gymnasien – Catholic Religion (teacher training) at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Teacher-training course in Catholic Religion for upper secondary schools (Gymnasium), geared to the practice of Catholic religious education.

Faculty: Katholisch-Theologisches Seminar  |  Duration: 9 semesters (4.5 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; Lehramt an Gymnasien (Staatsexamen); German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Subject-scientific and didactic foundations of Catholic religious teaching with first school practice.

Career pathways

Primarily qualifies for a career as a teacher, with additional competences.

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Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent. Functional Latin and Greek knowledge (at the level of the module Languages 1) is required for the elective modules (usually after five semesters). International applicants must prove German proficiency at DSH-2 level (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang). Admission: open admission (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 18.09.2026; summer semester 2027: not yet announced.

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 9 semesters (4.5 years)

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