Course: English - Teaching degree Mittelschule
- Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
The Bavarian teacher training programme is divided into an academic course of study at the university, which ends with the first state examination, and a two-year preparatory service, which concludes with the second state examination. The university study programme for a teaching degree at secondary schools consists of
- a teaching subject,
- the didactics of a secondary school subject group,
- the education programme and
- internships.
The degree programme for English as a teaching subject comprises the following areas
- Language practice,
- Linguistics,
- Literature and cultural studies (both british and american studies),
- Didactics.
Linguistics is concerned with understanding the structures and developments of the English language, while literary and cultural studies focuses on a critical examination of the literatures and cultures of the United Kingdom, Ireland, North America and other English-speaking countries.
Detailed information on the English for Secondary Schools teacher training programme can be found on the homepage of the Institute of British and American Studies and at the RUL.
The most important facts at a glance
Program Profile
Is this the right program for me?
Do you enjoy imparting knowledge, do you like working with children or young people and do you have patience and empathy? Then a teacher training programme could be ideal for you! Enthusiasm for your subjects, strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex content in an understandable way are particularly important. You should also be prepared to continuously develop your skills and master the challenges of everyday school life.
Here are some self-assessment questionnaires to help you make your decision:
Self-exploration - Career Counselling for Teachers (external link, opens in a new window)
Being a teacher - a career for me? (external link, opens in a new window) - The teaching degree in Bavaria
Self-exploration programme (external link, opens in a new window) of the LMU
You also need enthusiasm for:
- Communicative and expressive skills
- Interest in other cultures
- Interest in academic content
- Willingness to read and write a lot
- Willingness to deal with abstract problems and ability to work independently
- at least a good knowledge of English
- Knowledge of Latin or a foreign romance language at level A2 of the common european framework of reference for languages (CEFR) or willingness to acquire this knowledge (see below)
What makes this program special?
A stay abroad is recommended and can be easily integrated into the course of study. You can find more information on the International Office website:
Stays abroad in the teacher training programme (German version)
Partial compatibility with the B.A. degree programs in english linguistics, british studies and american studies enables a dual enrolment teaching degree/B.A. in many subject combinations.
Language(s) of Instruction: English, German (only individual courses).
Start of studies: In the winter and summer semesters.
What can I do with this degree?
Teaching degree English at secondary schools.
Structure of the Program
Program Structure
In the secondary school teaching degree programme, you will study a teaching subject, three didactic subjects and education (school education, general education and psychology). You will learn how to apply your theoretical knowledge in everyday school life through various internships during your studies.
The possible subject and didactics combinations can be found in the list of possible combinations (German version) (external link, opens in a new window).
The teaching degree information brochure (German version) (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible) provides a more in-depth insight into the teaching degree programme.
In the subject English..
- ... the basic qualifications acquired in the core modules are expanded and consolidated in the specialisation modules.
- The foreign language didactics module focuses specifically on the skills and knowledge of lesson design and aspects of teaching and learning the English language and English-language cultures and literatures.
Detailed information on the English teacher training programme can be found on the homepage of the Institute of British Studies and American Studies and at the RUL under the following links:
Study Plan
An overview of the compulsory courses can be found here:
Compulsory courses MS (from summer semester 2026) (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible)
The Examination Regulations serve as the legal basis:
Examination Regulations for Teaching Degrees (German version)
Module Overview
The valid module catalogue can be found under the following link:
Timetable
At the beginning of each semester, there are introductory days for first-semester students, which include a course on timetabling. This explains how to systematically create an individualised Timetable.
Internship
Various internships must be completed as part of the teaching degree programme for secondary schools:
Internship office (German version) (external link, opens in a new window)
Internationalization
Subjects involved:
- English linguistics/English Linguistics
- British studies/British Studies
- American Studies
- English didactics
Student Life & Services
- Discover Regensburg
- Student Life
- Housing in Regensburg
- Study Costs
- Student Council for Teacher Education (German version) (external link, opens in a new window)
- SLK student council
- Universität Regensburg Teacher Education Centre (German version) (external link, opens in a new window)
- Study Abroad / International Studies
Requirements
| Admission Restrictions / Selection Procedure | no |
| Pre-registration procedure | no |
| Eligibility Test / Aptitude Test | no |
| Placement Test | no |
| Subject-Specific Language Requirements | yes |
| German Language Certificate for Students with Foreign University Entrance Qualification | yes |
| Other Requirements | no |
For binding information and the latest updates, please refer to the summary (German version) (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible) provided by the Registrar's Office or the applicable examination regulations.
Details Requirements
Subject-Specific Language Requirements
The following language skills must be demonstrated at the latest when registering for the State Examination:
Knowledge of Latin or knowledge at level A2 of the common european framework of reference for languages (CEFR) in a foreign romance language.
This knowledge can also be acquired during the degree programme. Corresponding courses are offered via the foreign language training programme (SFA).
Information on German language certificates for international applicants can be found here:
Admission for internationals
Information on German language certificates for international applicants can be found here:
Admission, Application and Enrollment
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Course-related information and advice
If you have any questions about the subject and the requirements, please contact the course-related information and advice centre:
General Student Advisory Service
The General Student Advisory Service (ZSB) supports you with questions about studying to become a teacher - from the decision to study and admission to the course of study and successful graduation.
If necessary, the ZSB will refer you to the appropriate contact person.