Lehramt an Gymnasien (M.Ed.)

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Mainz, DEMEdIn-person2 yearsGerman

120

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Lehramt an Gymnasien (M.Ed.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MEd program based in Mainz, DE.

About the program

The program builds on the Bachelor of Education and includes advanced study in two subject disciplines with subject-specific didactics, Bildungswissenschaften, school practicums, and a master's thesis. It prepares students for teaching at Gymnasien through fachwissenschaftliche and fachdidaktische components.

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Deadlines

Winter 2026

Sep 1, 2026

Summer 2027

Mar 1, 2027

After the program

Post-study work rights

18 months job seeker residence permit (Germany)

€10,072.00

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lehramt an Gymnasien (M.Ed.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz online or in-person?: Lehramt an Gymnasien (M.Ed.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is offered in-person.
How long does Lehramt an Gymnasien (M.Ed.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz take to complete?: Lehramt an Gymnasien (M.Ed.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
What work-permit options follow Lehramt an Gymnasien (M.Ed.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz?: Post-completion work rights for Lehramt an Gymnasien (M.Ed.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz: 18 months job seeker residence permit (Germany)