Master's degree in teaching at grammar schools at the University of Ulm

Type of study: Master of Education (M. Ed.)

Standard period of study: 4 semesters

Start of study: winter and summer semester

ECTS credit points: 120

Completing a bachelor's degree does not qualify for school service at grammar schools. For admission to the preparatory service (referendariat) a successfully completed Master of Education degree program is required. In the master's program, the two chosen subjects are deepened scientifically and particularly in subject didactics. The educational sciences occupy a larger space than in de Bachelor's degree program. A 12-week school practice semester is part of the course of study.

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The teacher training courses for the teaching profession at grammar schools are oriented to the requirements of the education and upbringing of youth between the ages of 9 and 17.

The course of study consists of several pillars. Click on each block to learn more about their content.

Scientific Studies in two subjects (21 LP per subject)

Educational Sciences (Pedagogy, Educational Psychology, 27 LP)

Subject didactics the two compartments (10 LP per subject)

In addition, a master's thesis of 15 CP is written, and a school practice semester of 16 CP is completed. Further information on the school practice semester can be found on the following page:

School practice semester (16 CP)

At the University of Ulm, the subjects biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, natural science and technology, physics and economics are offered. The following subject combinations are possible:

Biology / Chemistry
Biology / Mathematics
Chemistry / Mathematics
Computer Science / Mathematics
Computer Science / Physics
Mathematics / Physics
Mathematics / Economics
Science and Technology / Physics

Detailed information on the individual modules can be found in the module manual.

module manual

The teacher training courses include the study of two subjects, the later teaching subjects, as well as the educational sciences.
It is possible to study another subject as part of a supplementary master's degree program, with the aim of teaching this third subject at grammar schools.

The following study plans provide an overview of the contents of the selected subjects and present a possible course of the master's degree program. Elective modules are provided in some subjects. Which modules can be chosen here is regulated in the study and examination regulations.

Study and Examination Regulations

The master's thesis can address a subject-specific, didactic, or educational topic. Its scope is 15 CP. Upon successful submission, the academic degree "Master of Education" is awarded. This enables the commencement of the preparatory service.

Yes, a stay abroad during the studies is possible for one semester or for the school practice semester. Further information on the school practice semester abroad can be found on the information page on the school practice semester.
To plan to integrate a stay into your studies, you can contact the student advisory service (teacher's office). Information about the financing is available from the International Office of the University of Ulm.

Student Advisory Service (Teaching)

International Office

School Practice Semester

After completing the teacher's degree at the University of Ulm, it is possible to register directly with the student secretariat for the master's degree program. Those interested who do not meet this requirement apply for the course of study at the University of Ulm. The basis for admission is the statute on the admission of applicants to the Master's degree program for High School Teaching. Further information can be found on the application and enrollment page at the University of Ulm and in the attached presentation of a student advisory event.

Application and Matriculation at the University of Ulm

Admission Statute Master of Education

Presentation “Admission to the Master of Education”