Extension Subject of the Master’s Program in Teacher Education
Two subjects are not enough? The extension subject of the master’s program in Teacher Education allows you to study a third subject – in addition to the two subjects that you are studying in the bachelor’s and master’s programs in Teacher Education. You will study subject-specific courses as well as Teaching Methodology in the third subject, both are divided into an introductory and an advanced module. You can already begin to study the extension subject of the master’s program in Teacher Education while you are still studying the bachelor's program.
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...on the framework of your program
Examination regulations
The examination regulations are the most important document regarding your program. They list your rights and obligations as a student and constitute the legal basis of your studies. Therefore, it is crucial that you have read them and refer to them in case of questions.
Prüfungsordnung M.Ed. Erweiterungsfach Lehramt Gymnasium ab HWS 2025/
26 (PDF, 970 kB) Prüfungsordnung M.Ed. Erweiterungsfach Lehramt Gymnasium ab HWS 2023/
24 (PDF, 970 kB) Prüfungsordnung M.Ed. Erweiterungsfach Lehramt Gymnasium ab HWS 2019/
20 (PDF, 967 kB) Prüfungsordnung M.Ed. Erweiterungsfach Lehramt Gymnasium ab HWS 2018/
19 (PDF, 970 kB) The framework conditions for teacher education programs in Baden-Württemberg are regulated by the framework directive for teacher education programs (Rahmenvorgabenverordnung Lehramtsstudiengänge, RahmenVO-KM) of the Ministry of Education.
RahmenvorgabenverordnungProgram handbook
I would like to study an extension subject – how does it all work? What is the difference between the introductory module and the advanced module? When do I take my courses? You will find answers to these and many more questions regarding your program in the program handbook.
Program handbook for the extension subject of the master’s program in Teacher Education (PDF, 8 MB)
Introductory and advanced modules
The extension subject of the master’s program in Teacher Education is divided into introductory modules and advanced modules as regards subject-specific courses and Teaching Methodology. First, you need to take the courses of the respective introductory module.
You can start taking courses of the advanced module as soon as you have
- proven that you have obtained your bachelor’s degree,
- proven proficiency of all required languages (admission requirements).
There are also prerequisites for participating in some courses of the advanced module. Please check the examination regulations and the program handbook for more details.
Proof of language proficiency
For most subjects you have to prove language skills as a prerequisite for your studies. But don't worry: You can also acquire the necessary proofs of language proficiency during your studies. You must have proven them in order to start taking courses of the advanced modules.
Click here for more information on the proof of language proficiency
Master's thesis
You will write your master's thesis in your subject. The preparation period is three months (12 weeks). Normally, you write your thesis while studying your extension subject in the last semester. For more information on the master's thesis please refer to the program handbook.
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Advising and contact
Laura Grabarek, M.A.
School of Humanities
Schloss – Room EO 286
68161 Mannheim
Tue 10–12 a.m. – Office consultation hours
Wed 10–12 a.m. – Online consultation hours
Please book an appointment for the consultation hours via https://www.phil.uni-mannheim.de/en/office-hours-teacher-education-programs/