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    Master of Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen)

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    Köln, DEMEdIn-person16 monthsGerman
    120
    Credits

    Master of Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen) at University of Cologne is a 120-credit, 16-month, in-person MEd program based in Köln, DE.

    About the program

    Master's program for teacher training at grammar schools and comprehensive schools, combining two teaching subjects, educational sciences, practical semester, and master's thesis. Focuses on deepening subject-specific, didactic, and educational knowledge with practical school experience.

    Focus: both
    Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026: 164th | Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026: 14th in Germany

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    Deadlines

    Term 2026
    Jul 15, 2026
    Winter 2026
    Jul 15, 2026

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

    €11,904.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Master of Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen) at University of Cologne online or in-person?
    Master of Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen) at University of Cologne is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen) at University of Cologne take to complete?
    Master of Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen) at University of Cologne is structured around 16 months and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen) at University of Cologne?
    Per the program's published guidance: NC-frei
    What work-permit options follow Master of Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen) at University of Cologne?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen) at University of Cologne: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)