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Overview

General requirements: Broad interest in questions dealing with the learning and teaching of foreign languages. Depending on the subject of the first degree, willingness to become acquainted – quickly and where necessary through tutorial work - with the discipline of applied linguistics at the level required to follow the lectures at the level of the Master programme.

Language requirements:
For foreign applicants: Certificate of German language skills in the form of TestDaF (Test „Deutsch als Fremdsprache“, at least level 4x4) or DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang, at least level 2) or an equivalent language test, like DSD (Deutsches Sprachdiplom, Level C1).

For all applicants:
Knowledge of at least two modern foreign languages is expected.

As a rule: In one foreign language a level of competence of at least B2, in the other foreign language at least B1, based on the Common European Framework of References for Languages (CEFR) or a comparable grading (e.g. in the form of standardised certifications).

Exceptions: If the levels cannot be certified at the time of application, the achievement of the required competence level by the time of registration for the Master examination is mandatory. A certificate of an adequate language test must be presented as proof. We expect students to make progress in their foreign language skills during the period of study.

In addition the acquisition of further foreign languages is encouraged.

Subject specific requirements:
The Master programme aims to attract students of foreign languages as well as students of linguistics, cultural studies and the social sciences with a B.A. degree or a comparable German or foreign degree.

• Start: Winter semester only
• Application: Not restricted.
• Taught in: German
• 2-subject programme: 2. subject required. - Table of combinations

Details

The programme is intended for students who are looking for careers in the field of teaching and learning of foreign languages in non-school educational institutions, i.e. institutions of the tertiary and/or quaternary sector of education both in Germany and abroad.

Therefore the programme consists largely of activity-orientated topics and subjects that are directly job-orientated, e.g. concepts of (foreign) language politics and multilingualism, (foreign) language learning theories and language teaching methods, as well as methods of testing, examination, and evaluation, complemented by instruments of quality assurance and development and concepts of language-learning counselling, in addition to job-orientated practical studies and internships.

The working methods cover for example forms of interactive communication, practical activities and presentation, project work and empirical studies, as well as the design of self-reflective documentaries and portfolios.

Application

Requirement: You need a counseling interview with the programme´s student counselor before registration. In some Master-Programmes there are more specific requirements. Please contact your student counselor.

More requirements: For admission you need a second subject.

There are no restrictions.

• International students: Application Information of our International Office.

• Personal registration during registration times.

Student Counseling

Anette Kamitz (Studienfachberatung)
Building GB, Room 7/158
Tel.: +49 234/32 -28729
E-Mail: Anette Kamitz
Office hour: Mi 14-15 h
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Jessica Böcker (Studienfachberatung)
Building GB, Room 7/157
Tel.: +49 234/32 -25078
E-Mail: Jessica Böcker
Office hour: Di 12-13 h
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Sekretariat Sprachlehrforschung
Building GB, Room 7/158
Tel.: +49 234/32 -28729
E-Mail: Sekretariat Sprachlehrforschung
Office hour: Mi 14-15 h
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Fachschaft Sprachlehrforschung (Beratung durch Studierende)
Building GB, Room 6/57
Tel.: +49 234/32 -25191
E-Mail: Fachschaft Sprachlehrforschung
Office hour: n.V.
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