Extension Subject of the Master’s Program in Teacher Education

The examination regulations are the most important document regarding your program. They list your rights and obligations as a student and constitute the legal basis of your studies. Therefore, it is crucial that you have read them and refer to them in case of questions.

Prüfungsordnung M.Ed. Erweiterungsfach Lehramt Gymnasium ab HWS 2025/26

Prüfungsordnung M.Ed. Erweiterungsfach Lehramt Gymnasium ab HWS 2023/24

Prüfungsordnung M.Ed. Erweiterungsfach Lehramt Gymnasium ab HWS 2019/20

Prüfungsordnung M.Ed. Erweiterungsfach Lehramt Gymnasium ab HWS 2018/19

I would like to study an extension subject – how does it all work? What is the difference between the introductory module and the advanced module? When do I take my courses? You will find answers to these and many more questions regarding your program in the program handbook. 

Program handbook for the extension subject of the master’s program in Teacher Education 

The extension subject of the master’s program in Teacher Education is divided into introductory modules and advanced modules as regards subject-specific courses and Teaching Methodology. First, you need to take the courses of the respective introductory module. 

You can start taking courses of the advanced module as soon as you have 

1. proven that you have obtained your bachelor’s degree, 
2. proven proficiency of all required languages (admission requirements). 

There are also prerequisites for participating in some courses of the advanced module. Please check the examination regulations and the program handbook for more details.

You will write your master's thesis in your subject. The preparation period is three months (12 weeks). Normally, you write your thesis while studying your extension subject in the last semester. For more information on the master's thesis please refer to the program handbook.