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Geosciences for Teaching

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About the Program

The additional qualification Geosciences for Teaching offers a unique opportunity for teaching degree students studying primary or secondary education to pursue an additional qualification. In this additional qualification, students explore the topics of resources, climate change, natural disasters, groundwater protection and geoenergy, and consider the subject knowledge, teaching methods and practical aspects of geosciences. The main focus of the additional studies program is preparing teaching degree students for the alternative curriculum in geology for secondary education in Bavaria (Gymnasium).
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The additional qualification Geosciences for Teaching offers a unique opportunity for teaching degree students studying primary or secondary education to pursue an additional qualification. In this additional qualification, students explore the topics of resources, climate change, natural disasters, groundwater protection and geoenergy, and consider the subject knowledge, teaching methods and practical aspects of geosciences. The main focus of the additional studies program is preparing teaching degree students for the alternative curriculum in geology for secondary education in Bavaria (Gymnasium).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Geosciences for Teaching at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Is Geosciences for Teaching at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg taught in German or English?

This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Geosciences for Teaching programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Geosciences for Teaching at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Geosciences for Teaching?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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