M.Ed. German 4 Semesters

Sozialkunde - Lehramt an Sekundarschulen

Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg Magdeburg, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.Ed.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert mit Auflagen

Until Sep 2031

Language

German

Campus

Magdeburg

Intake

Winter and Summer

Summer admission only in justified cases

IELTS

IELTS is listed among recognised English proofs for English-taught programmes; no universi...

German Requirement

Most programmes are taught in German and generally require C1-level German proven by one o...

Entrance Test

Eignungsprüfung (aptitude test)

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Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

semester fee:: €130 semester contribution

Non-EU / International

tuition:: €0 tuition, €130 semester contribution

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Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg, an Universitäten in Magdeburg, Germany offers an M.Ed. in Sozialkunde - Lehramt an Sekundarschulen, with a standard duration of 4 semesters (approximately 2 years). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert mit Auflagen accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

German DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4 (some programmes require DSH-3)

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

English-taught programmes require a language certificate. Recognised proofs: TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Proficiency (CPE), Cambridge Advanced (CAE), APIEL, PTE Academic. Exempt without test: secondary-school certificates from Australia, Canada (except Quebec/New Brunswick), USA (High School Diploma), British/international GCE A-Levels, Irish Leaving Certificate, New Zealand NCEA, Scottish Qualifications Certificate; and degrees completed in Australia, UK, Ireland, Canada (except Quebec/New Brunswick provinces), New Zealand, USA. All other applicants must submit official certificates with their application.

German Language

Most programmes are taught in German and generally require C1-level German proven by one of: DSH-2 (selected programmes require DSH-3); TestDaF level 4 in all four parts (selected programmes require TDN 5); DSD II; German part of the Feststellungspruefung at a Studienkolleg; Goethe-Zertifikat C2 'Grosses Deutsches Sprachdiplom' (from 01.01.2012); ZOP/KDS/GDS of the Goethe-Institut until 31.12.2011; telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule. Applicants who show a C1 certificate when applying are invited to the OVGU DSH exam (held March for summer semester and September for winter semester; fee EUR 80). OVGU itself offers no preparatory German courses.

Entrance Test

Eignungsprüfung (aptitude test)

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Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor in teacher education (Lehramt Bildung - Beruf or Lehramt allgemeinbildende Schulen) required
Alternatively: other degree with min 60 ECTS per subject and 5 ECTS each in didactics and educational foundations

Additional Requirements

No numerus clausus
Individual study plans available for partial credit deficits

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Magdeburg

Subject Groups

Education & Teaching

Study Fields

Sozialkunde (Lehramt)

Study Forms

Teilzeit Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg welcomes international applicants for its M.Ed. in Sozialkunde - Lehramt an Sekundarschulen in Magdeburg. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years).

This programme is taught in German. You will need to prove German proficiency, typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4. Some universities accept Goethe-Zertifikat C1.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

You can apply via uni-assist or directly through the university's admissions portal. GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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