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Secondary School Teaching – Master of Education (M.Ed.)

Learn how to prepare children and adolescents for challenging educational and career paths and teach complex topics.

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Teaching with an academic focus

Are you fascinated by exploring topics in depth and sharing your knowledge? Then secondary school teaching might be perfect for you. In secondary schools, you teach children and adolescents starting from grade 5 and accompany them until they graduate.

In your teaching, you provide in-depth general education and prepare students for university or challenging career paths – the demand for subject-specific depth is greater compared to other types of schools. You guide your students through complex math problems or the analysis of world literature and introduce them step by step to scientific methods, work approaches, and ways of thinking.

With the M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching at Europa-Universität Flensburg (EUF), we support you on this journey. The master’s program consists of three subjects:

General pedagogy: Bildung, Erziehung, Gesellschaft (Education and Society)
Your first teaching subject
Your second teaching subject

With sociological and teaching-related information, specialized subject knowledge, and plenty of practical experience at school, we optimally prepare you for secondary school teaching.

Read on if you want to find out more!

The degree program at a glance

Degree

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

Duration

4 semesters (= 2 years)

Study start

Fall semester (= September)

Languages

German

Application period

May 15 to August 31

Tuition fees

None, but a semester fee is payable each semester

Type of course

Full time

Semester abroad

Optional

Internship

Mandatory

Here you’ll find everything you need to know about applying, admission, and deadlines

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Course content: What this degree program is all about

The content of your subjects, for example:
- Language practice and cultural studies in the subject of French
- Aesthetic practices and youth cultures in the subject of Art
- Sports didactics and school sports research in the subject of Sports
- Interculturality: Communication and reflection in the subject of German
The content of the subject "Bildung, Erziehung, Gesellschaft (Education and Society)", for example:
- What role does the phase of adolescence play in academic success?
- What defines professional teaching?
- How are heterogeneity and academic success connected?
- What psychosocial aspects influence teaching situations?
- How do you foster critical thinking?
Practical experience at school:
- What does the daily teaching routine at secondary schools look like?
- What challenges do you encounter there, and how do you handle them?
- How do you plan and analyze lessons?

Checklist: Is this degree program right for you?

You enjoy working with children and adolescents and can also imagine advising their parents.
Standing in front of a class does not bother you.
You don’t want to just scratch the surface – you want to explore teaching topics in all their complexity. To do this, you are willing to develop a high level of subject expertise.
You are passionate about giving children and adolescents the opportunity to pursue higher education.
You enjoy creating teaching materials.
You are interested in pedagogy and societal issues.
You want to always have a contact person for questions and problems during your studies.
You are prepared to complete a relatively long educational path to achieve your goal.
You are well-organized – even at home, where you will do much of your lesson preparation and exam grading.
A secure job with an attractive salary from the start is important to you.

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Look ahead: Do your dream subjects suit this type of school?

If you want to become a teacher, you can easily plan your studies with the interactive Subject Combination Tool: try out which subjects and types of school you can combine. You'll immediately see which bachelor's and subsequent master's degree programs you need to complete for your chosen type of school, as well as which subjects (your future teaching subjects) you should select when applying. Be sure to check the notes below your selection.

For more details, just click the tiles: both the degree programs and your individual subjects will take you straight to all the information on admission, content, and course structure.

And if you'd like to discuss your subject combination with others, that's no problem either. You can share the link to it at any time. For example, with friends, your family, teachers, or – if you still have questions – Student Guidance and Counseling Service. Please note: all information is provided without guarantee.

Your subject combination for teacher training

Select the type of school and subjects – the order doesn’t matter. If an option is greyed out, you cannot combine it with your choice in the teacher training programme. If you want to choose a different type of school, you can find all the possible school types and subjects available at EUF on our general teacher training page.

Type of school

Subject 1

Subject 2

Your studies

Bachelor‘s degree program

B.A.
B.A. Educational Sciences

Your path to becoming a teacher: Choose from 27 subjects.
- 6 semesters (= 3 years)
- Fall semester (= September)
- German
- Semester abroad: Optional
- Internship: Mandatory

Master‘s degree program

M.Ed.
M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching

Prepare children and adolescents for demanding educational and career paths.
- 4 semesters (= 2 years)
- Fall semester (= September)
- German
- Semester abroad: Optional
- Internship: Mandatory

Programs (your selected subjects)

Danish

Improve your Danish and bring the language, culture, and literature to life.
- Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
- Admission free
- Entry requirements:
  Language certificate
- Stay abroad:
  Optional
Performing Arts

Incorporate theater, play, and aesthetic practices into creative learning processes.
- Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education
- Admission free
- Entry requirements:
  Aptitude test prior to application
- Stay abroad:
  Optional
- Name in the B.A. Educational Sciences: Performing Arts/Theatre
German

Opening up access to language, literature, and media.
- Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
- Admission free
- Stay abroad:
  Optional
English

Improve your English speaking skills and bring culture into the classroom.
- Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science, Vocational School: Industrial and Technical Sciences
- Admission free
- Entry requirements:
  Language certificate
- Stay abroad:
  Mandatory
French

Deepen your knowledge of French and open up new horizons for language and culture.
- Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
- Admission free
- Entry requirements:
  Language certificate
- Stay abroad:
  Optional
History

Explore the past and bring history to life.
- Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
- Admission free
- Stay abroad:
  Optional
Art

Develop your own aesthetic approaches and incorporate them into your teaching.
- Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
- Admission free
- Entry requirements:
  Aptitude test prior application
- Stay abroad:
  Optional
- Name in B.A. Educational Sciences: Art and Visual Media
Mathematics

Make mathematical concepts understandable and accessible.
- Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science, Vocational School: Industrial and Technical Sciences
- Admission free
- Stay abroad:
  Optional
Spanish

Improve your Spanish and teach the language and culture with an open-minded approach.
- Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
- Admission free
- Entry requirements:
  Language certificate
- Stay abroad:
  Optional
Sports

Move people and design impactful sportseducation.
- Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
- Admission free
- Entry requirements:
  Aptitute test prior application
- Stay abroad:
  Optional
Economy/Politics

Analyze the economy and politics and explain the connections between them.
- Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science, Vocational School: Industrial and Technical Sciences
- Admission free
- Stay abroad:
  Optional

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Overview: These are the subjects available at EUF

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Education and Society

Learn the fundamentals of educational science to support your teaching.

Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School
Admission free
Stay abroad:
Optional
Special features:
Mandatory subject in the general education teacher training program

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Danish

Improve your Danish and bring the language, culture, and literature to life.

Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
Admission free
Entry requirements:
Language certificate
Stay abroad:
Optional

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Performing Arts

Incorporate theater, play, and aesthetic practices into creative learning processes.

Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education
Admission free
Entry requirements:
Aptitude test prior to application
Stay abroad:
Optional
Name in the B.A. Educational Sciences: Performing Arts/Theatre

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German

Opening up access to language, literature, and media.

Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
Admission free
Stay abroad:
Optional

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English

Improve your English speaking skills and bring culture into the classroom.

Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science, Vocational School: Industrial and Technical Sciences
Admission free
Entry requirements:
Language certificate
Stay abroad:
Mandatory

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French

Deepen your knowledge of French and open up new horizons for language and culture.

Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
Admission free
Entry requirements:
Language certificate
Stay abroad:
Optional

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History

Explore the past and bring history to life.

Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
Admission free
Stay abroad:
Optional

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Art

Develop your own aesthetic approaches and incorporate them into your teaching.

Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
Admission free
Entry requirements:
Aptitude test prior application
Stay abroad:
Optional
Name in B.A. Educational Sciences: Art and Visual Media

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Mathematics

Make mathematical concepts understandable and accessible.

Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science, Vocational School: Industrial and Technical Sciences
Admission free
Stay abroad:
Optional

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Spanish

Improve your Spanish and teach the language and culture with an open-minded approach.

Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
Admission free
Entry requirements:
Language certificate
Stay abroad:
Optional

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Sports

Move people and design impactful sportseducation.

Primary School, Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science
Admission free
Entry requirements:
Aptitute test prior application
Stay abroad:
Optional

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Economy/Politics

Analyze the economy and politics and explain the connections between them.

Comprehensive School, Secondary School, Special Education, Vocational School: Nutrition and Domestic Science, Vocational School: Industrial and Technical Sciences
Admission free
Stay abroad:
Optional

You can find a comprehensive overview of all the modules for teacher training programs at the EUF here.

Course structure: Your path through the M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching

1. Semester	3. Semester	4. Semester
Module 1: Unterricht / Erziehung / Professionalisierung	Module 3: Master's theory-practice module: accompanying seminar	Master's thesis (elective concentration)
Module 2: Schule und Gesellschaft	Practical semester	Master's thesis (elective concentration)
Your first teaching subject
Your second teaching subject

This is what your studies will look like – semester by semester

1st and 2nd semester: Deepen your subject knowledge

In the first and second semesters of your master’s program in Secondary School Teaching, you continue studying the school subjects you studied during your bachelor’s. You move from the basics to in-depth knowledge and also learn how to teach this knowledge to children and adolescents.

Additionally, in the subject Bildung, Erziehung, Gesellschaft (Education and Society), you deal with topics such as teaching, education, professionalization, and schools in the context of society.

3rd semester: Your practical semester

In the third semester, you continue studying your two subjects but also complete a practical semester at a school. This is reflected upon in an accompanying seminar so that you don’t have to process your experiences alone and can continue developing as a teacher.

If you want to broaden your horizons with a stay abroad, now would be a good time.

4th semester: Write your thesis

In the final semester, you write your master’s thesis in one of your three subjects. In addition, you attend further courses in Bildung, Erziehung, Gesellschaft (Education and Society).

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The key documents for the degree program explain the specific content, goals, legal requirements, and exams of the M.Ed. in Secondary School Teaching.

Study regulations & module catalogue Study regulations & module catalogue

Off into the world: Your semester abroad

If you want to expand your theoretical and practical experience from your bachelor’s and the first semesters of your master’s and test it in a completely different environment, studying abroad or completing a practical phase abroad is an excellent option.

This way, you can experience the fact that schools do not operate the same way everywhere as they do in Germany. At EUF, we make it easy for you to opt for this adventure: You’ll receive organizational support from our International Center, financial assistance through the Erasmus+ program, and a predefined time frame so that your master’s studies will not normally take any longer. Worldwide, you have access to nearly 90 partner universities; as a free mover, you have an even wider selection.

However, the semester abroad is not mandatory. If you prefer to stay, you can simply take additional courses in your subjects.

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Help and advice: Where to find support

Do you have questions about the content of the program?

Zwei Personen sitzen nebeneinander an einem Tisch, vor ihnen liegen mehrere Zettel

Academic advice for your general education subject

If you have questions about your general education subject, feel free to contact that subject’s academic advisor.

Subject-specific questions Subject-specific questions

You can find us here:

Europa-Universität Flensburg
Auf dem Campus 1
24943 Flensburg
Germany

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Do you have general questions about studying at Europa-Universität Flensburg (EUF)? Are you unsure which degree program suits you best?

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International Center (IC)

The International Center looks after international students and helps with questions about stays abroad.

We'll take you by the hand! We'll take you by the hand!

Patrick Will

Patrick, who is part of the IC team, is responsible for FIT@EUF, a project that supports the integration of international talent into EUF and the job market in Germany. He’d be happy to answer your questions and help you find the degree program that’s right for you.

Find the degree program that suits you best! Find the degree program that suits you best!

Student feedback: What they say about the program

Admission requirements: What you need to study M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching

At a glance

You need a qualified bachelor’s degree, such as the B.A. in Educational Sciences at EUF or an equivalent degree from another university.
Your subject combination must be suitable for the M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching.
- In each of your two teaching subjects, you must have at least 60 credit points.
You should have 35 credit points in educational sciences or other education-related disciplines (e.g., psychology or sociology).
You must have basic qualifications in the following areas:
- Working with heterogeneity and inclusion
- Fundamentals of diagnostic assessment
- Continuous language education
- Teaching media literacy
You should have at least six weeks of practical experience at a school.
You should have a good command of German.
If you study English as a subject, you must complete a minimum three-month stay abroad by the end of your studies. More information can be found in Section 5 of the FPO English and on the Study Abroad page.

For those who want to know all the details

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Teacher training in Flensburg (the Flensburg Model): Not your average teacher education degree program

If you want to teach in a secondary school, the M.Ed. in Secondary School Teaching at EUF is the best way to start.

Here, you get more out of your studies:

In-depth knowledge of the subjects you’d like to teach and the skills to teach them – closely integrated
Practical tips for good teaching and sustainable education (pedagogy, psychology, didactics, and educational sciences)
More freedom to combine subjects than at other universities
Intensive practical experience from the start: During the master’s, you’ll spend a full semester in a school, for example
Opportunity for an international experience: Discover the fact that schools can function differently in other countries
We are the only university in Schleswig-Holstein where you can obtain teaching qualifications for all types of schools.

What we want

Our goal is to prepare you for everything that awaits you in everyday school life. With up-to-date theoretical knowledge and practical experience, you’ll gradually learn to overcome challenges creatively and independently. We teach you all the skills you need — and always keep them current.

Understanding the school system

At EUF, you can obtain a teaching qualification for the following types of school:

General education school teaching (Master of Education, M.Ed.)
Vocational school teaching (Master of Education, M.Ed.)
- Nutrition and Domestic Science
- Industrial/Technical Sciences

With this variety, we’re unique in Schleswig-Holstein!

Any questions?

If you’re thinking that this is a lot to take in, don’t worry. Our Student Guidance and Counseling Service can help with any questions about the Bachelor of Arts in Educational Science and the Master of Education in Teaching.

Check office hours

Learn more about teacher training in Flensburg

Career prospects: What happens after graduation?

With the M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching degree in hand, you have many options for shaping your career path. The main goal for most graduates is to become a secondary school teacher. However, you can just as easily pursue a non-school career – such as in education, social services, business, associations, or public service – or earn a PhD.

If you want to become a secondary school teacher, an exciting and demanding professional life with an attractive starting salary awaits you – in Schleswig-Holstein, this falls under salary grade A13 or A14. You’ll benefit from flexible working hours, professional development opportunities, and allowances for leadership roles or rural assignments.

Your daily tasks at school:

You pass on your knowledge as a subject teacher, meaning you teach two subjects at a high level.
You grade and evaluate exams and guide your students toward their university entrance qualification (Abitur).
You are there for your students when they have questions or problems.
You advise parents.
You attend conferences, participate in class trips, and plan projects.

Your path into the teaching profession:

After completing a qualifying bachelor’s degree, you earn a Master of Education (M.Ed.), such as this program.
This is followed by the school-based teacher training phase (Referendariat): You work for one and a half years in a secondary school and gain important practical skills.
Once you have passed your exams, you are ready to start your career at a secondary school. Hooray!
As a teacher, you continue your professional development throughout your career, strengthening your subject-specific and pedagogical skills.

More info about becoming a teacher

More info about continuing professional development

Doctorate

With a master’s degree in Secondary School Teaching, you have the opportunity to pursue a doctorate. This will earn you the academic degree of doctor in a specific field of study.

Doctoral studies at EUF

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Why should I study the M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching at EUF?

At EUF, you’ll find a unique program that prepares you perfectly for secondary school teaching:

You gain in-depth subject knowledge in your teaching subjects as well as in education and pedagogy in general.
You complete a full semester of practical training at a school and reflect on your experiences in a supportive accompanying seminar.
If you wish, you can study abroad for a semester.

What distinguishes secondary school teaching?

Secondary school teaching is characterized by a very attractive starting salary and a higher performance level in the classes.

You teach children and adolescents from grades 5 to 13.

If you value a scientific approach to teaching and want to prepare students for university or challenging career paths, this is the right teaching degree for you.

Do I have to complete a semester abroad for the M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching?

No, the semester abroad is optional.

However, we recommend it because it allows you to make new connections, gain exciting experiences, learn about a different culture, and improve your skills. You’ll learn that schools don’t have to function the same way everywhere as they do in Germany. You don’t have to organize this alone – our International Center supports you. The experience is also funded through the Erasmus+ program.

If you decide against studying abroad, you simply take additional courses at EUF in the 3rd semester.

Do I have to become a teacher with the M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching?

No, you can also pursue a PhD or enter the non-school job market. Typical career fields include education, social services, business, associations, or public service. Depending on your language skills, working in the international job market is also an option.

What are the application requirements for the M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching?

To be admitted, you need a qualified bachelor’s degree with a suitable subject combination for secondary school teaching.
You must have at least 60 credit points in each of your two teaching subjects, as well as an additional 35 credit points in educational sciences or related disciplines.
Basic knowledge in the areas of heterogeneity and inclusion, diagnostic assessment, continuous language education, and media literacy is also required.
You should also have practical experience in the form of at least six weeks of school internship.
Good German language skills are required.
If you study English as a subject, you must complete a minimum three-month stay abroad by the end of your studies.
You can find the exact requirements on the application page of the degree program.

Does Europa-Universität Flensburg have good reviews?

EUF has a rating of approximately 4 out of 5 stars on Studycheck. 93 percent of students would recommend EUF to others.

Does the M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching program have good reviews?

The M.Ed. Secondary School Teaching program is rated 3.3 out of 5 stars on Studycheck. 96 percent of respondents recommend it.

Who can help me with questions about my studies?

Your contacts for questions and problems are the academic advisors of your subjects, as well as the International Center, with Patrick Will being responsible for FIT@EUF, a project that supports the integration of international talent into EUF and the job market in Germany. He will be happy to answer any questions you may have about your studies.

You can also get further information from the Zentrum für Lehrer*innen-Bildung (ZfL). The ZfL handles all matters related to teacher education.

What is it like to study at EUF?

EUF is a small, friendly university in northern Germany with a green campus and many international students.

There are free language courses, a sports center, a swimming pool, and various student organizations (political, environmental, intercultural, religious, etc.).

In the evenings, there are often themed events, such as movie and game nights, theater performances, or barbecues.

You can reach several beaches by bus, as Flensburg is located on the Flensburg Firth. The Baltic Sea, the North Sea, and Denmark are not far away. Hamburg is only two hours away by train.

Are there tuition fees at EUF?

No, you do not have to pay tuition fees at EUF, but you have to pay a semester fee each semester.

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