Teaching degree at grammar schools (first state examination)

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The degree program trains secondary school teachers in two subjects, which can be freely chosen and combined from the range of subjects on offer - with the exception of art and music: these subjects cannot be studied together.

For the subjects of art, music and sport, an artistic entrance examination or a practical sports aptitude test must be taken. In addition to the teaching subjects, the core study program in education and social sciences is a compulsory part of the teacher training program at the University of Kassel. Graduates with the First State Examination for Teaching at Grammar Schools can apply for the teacher training service. This is organized by state authorities, in Hesse by the Hessian Teachers' Academy, and takes place at study seminars and training schools. After the preparatory service, the second state examination is taken, which includes the teaching qualification for the teaching profession at grammar schools.



At a glance

Degree: First state examination


Start: Winter semester


Duration/scope: 9 semesters


Language of instruction: German


1 compulsory subject + 2 electives


Admission restriction (NC): No

Admission requirement

You need one of the following degrees for this degree program:

You can find a good overview of the various qualifications and their differences on the "Admission requirements" website of the Hessian Ministry of Science and Art.


In addition to the core studies in education and social sciences, the degree program includes two freely selectable subjects - with one exception: art and music cannot be combined.


Electives: language certificate and aptitude test

You must submit a language certificate for the elective subject English. Admission to the course is not possible without proof. The application procedure for the subjects Art, Music and Sport includes participation in an entrance examination or aptitude test. You can only apply for this subject after passing the entrance examination.


Application and enrollment procedure for the winter semester

Application with German certificates

Application period

annually 01.06. - 01.09.

You can apply for this degree program via our online application portal "eCampus".

How do I apply for this degree program?

Application with foreign certificates

Application period

with foreign certificates:
annually 01.03. - 15.07.

If you have a school-leaving certificate obtained abroad, you must apply via the central assessment office in Berlin, uni-assist.

How do I apply for this degree program?


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