BA Philosophy (Teacher Training) at TU Dortmund University

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Philosophy is a 6-semester bachelor’s programme in the Department of Humanities and Theology at TU Dortmund University, taught in German. It forms part of the teacher education offer for the stated school types. Students work with topics such as theoretical and practical philosophy in equal parts; political philosophy and moral philosophy, as well as philosophy of the mind and linguistic philosophy; action theory and philosophy of science.

Faculty: Department of Humanities and Theology  |  Department: Humanities and Theology  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught; Lehramt (teacher training) for school type(s): GyGe  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Topics include theoretical and practical philosophy in equal parts; political philosophy and moral philosophy, as well as philosophy of the mind and linguistic philosophy; action theory and philosophy of science; specialization in pedagogical content knowledge: from theory to practice with specializations in (digital) methods and teaching concept; practical phase in form of an internship. Practical component: two internships, including an Aptitude and Orientation Internship (EOP) of at least 25 days recommended in the 2nd or 3rd semester.

Career pathways

The Bachelor’s degree is a first professional qualification but does not alone qualify for teaching at schools; a Master of Education is required for that. Graduates can also work in various educational and non-educational fields.

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