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German

Teaching at High Schools (L3)

Important information at a glance

Degree: L3 - Teaching at high schools (Gymnasium)Language of Instruction: GermanStart of studies: Winter and summer semesterAdmission: NC (restricted admission)Standard period of study:

Through the study of German as part of the program leading to the First State Examination for teaching at high schools, students are equipped to academically explore and address complex topics in linguistics, literature—including children's and young adult literature—and the didactics of German language and literature. They develop academically grounded skills for teaching German at high schools.  

ABL Information

Detailed information about the teacher education programs can be found on the LeOn (Teaching Online) information platform of the Academy for Educational Research and Teacher Education (ABL).

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Application Process and Admissions

This degree program has restricted admission (NC) within the university. Admission is determined through a process where 20% of the spots are allocated based on waiting time and 80% based on the average grade of your higher education entrance qualification. Waiting time refers to the period between completing your high school diploma and applying for the program (excluding any time spent studying).

Admission spots for this degree program are allocated through a separate selection process. In this process:

  • The total score achieved in the higher education entrance qualification is weighted by a factor of 0.7, and  
  • The average score from the grades earned in the subject of German during the last two school years is weighted by a factor of 0.3.

You can easily apply through Goethe University’s application portal within the specified application deadline. During the online application process, you’ll find out if any supporting documents are required and which ones need to be submitted.

Study regulations

The study regulations outline the structure, organization, and content of the degree program, as well as the examination process. They serve as the foundation for your studies at Goethe University.