German language and culture (teacher training)

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 2.08 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 11.7 k / Year(s) Deadline: Jan 15, 2026
80 place StudyQA ranking:5090 Duration:24 months

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This two-year programme guides you to become a fully qualified teacher in German language and culture. In the didactic modules of the first year, you will be introduced to all aspects of being a teacher. You will be brought up to speed with the latest innovations in education and the changing role of the teacher. During an extensive internship at a secondary school, you will teach a series of classes, of which several independently. In addition, you will do courses in Linguistics, Literature and Culture. In the second year, you will have a part time position at a secondary school. One day per week will be spent on lectures, tutorials and team projects. When you finish this two-year programme, you will not only obtain a Master's degree in Literature or Linguistics, but also a certificate that shows that you are a fully qualified teacher in the German language. You can do this degree as a full time or a part time student.  NB. (Near) Native level of Dutch is highly recommended. 

Instruction modes

literature study, internship, tutorial, lecture, group discussion, self evaluation, individual assignment, self study, integration module

Accreditation: NVAO, NVAO, NVAO, NVAO

Erasmus Mundus program: This is an Erasmus Mundus program.

Other requirements

  1. vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) * Bachelordiploma Duitse Taal en Cultuur * Bachelordiploma Europese talen en culturen (Taalaantekening Duits en profiel Cultuur en Literatuur of Taal en Maatschappij)


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Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

  • ✔️ Flexible study schedule
  • ✔️ Experienced teachers
  • ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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