German as a Second Language / German as a Foreign Language – Deutsch als Zweitsprache / Deutsch als Fremdsprache

Master's in German as a second language / German as a foreign language In this practice-oriented study programme, a close combination of theory and practice that also includes interdisciplinary study elements is offered. In addition, current research topics are discussed in the seminars. Empirical research is emphasised – after all, students should be enabled to use qualitative and/or quantitative research methods in their final theses. This is supported by lectures in which scientific working techniques are taught. The programme prepares students for specific professional fields and for academic qualifications. Graduates will have the ability to research issues relating to German as a second language / German as a foreign language (GSL/GFL [DaZ/DaF]). The focus of the two compulsory internships lies both on theory and practice: in the third semester, students will pursue an internship that takes place once a week and is accompanied by a seminar. Within the study programme, another two- to seven-week internship offers students the opportunity to gain national or – due to numerous partnerships – international experience in various professional fields. This internship will be accompanied by online supervision. In addition, students will reflect on their own language teaching and learning experiences in small groups by participating in the language acquisition process themselves (e.g. "Sprachlerntandem"). Furthermore, students will have to learn a further new foreign language up to level A2. The theoretical training in scientific and didactic courses will enable students to acquire specific knowledge in linguistics, educational linguistics, and language teaching with a focus on German as a second language (GSL/DaZ) or German as a foreign language (GFL/DaF). By focusing on both theory and practice as well as on current research questions, it will also be possible for graduates to enter the professional field of science (possibly continuing to earn a doctorate). Spread over four semesters, courses in key skills will also be offered – some of these courses will be integrative and others will be in special lectures and seminars. In addition, students will have to complete a module on project work (second semester) in the field of GSL/GFL (competences in the presentation of specific scientific topics).