Composition of the Study Programme
Structure of the Course of Studies
During the course of studies are dealt with at the same time and parallel to each other:
- Educational and social sciences: sociology, political science, psychology, educational science (paedagogics)
- Two school subjects
- Practical teaching studies in schools, i.e. practical learning phases in schools with preparatory and post-experience analysis
In accordance with Hessian law governing teaching qualifications (Hessisches Lehrerbildungsgesetz), all education students must undertake a work placement. More on this...
Educational Science and Basic Science
The study of education and social sciences in this degree programme covers such areas as locations of education and development (e.g. family upbringing, school upbringing); learning theory; the social coexistence of pupils, parents and teachers; and the basics of democracy.
The four disciplines below are constituent parts of this degree programme because teachers are not only there to impart knowledge. It is also their duty to fulfil an important role in children's social development. In order to do this role justice, they must be able to understand and evaluate the structures and processes at play in school and in society as well as in a class and within the development of an individual pupil.
- Pedagogy
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Political Science
More information on the contents of the foundation part of the programme can be found in the module plans and descriptions.