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German as a Foreign and Second Language (master's programme)

How do people learn German – and how can the German language be taught effectively? On the master's programme in German as a Foreign and Second Language (DaF-/DaZ), you will combine insights from language acquisition research, linguistics and language teaching with cultural and social issues. This programme is not a teacher education programme; rather, it qualifies you for professional language teaching in the field of German as a Foreign and Second Language, both in Germany and abroad.

What is it about?

On the master's programme in German as a Foreign and Second Language, you will learn how to teach German in a variety of contexts. You will select teaching methods appropriate to your target group and make targeted use of both analogue and digital media.

You will assess learners’ levels, develop specific support measures and evaluate them. You will reflect on migration, multilingualism, heterogeneity and diversity, and apply your insights in culturally sensitive teaching sessions.

Gain your first practical experience in the DaF/DaZ context through three practical courses.

Ian Ehm

Insight into the course content

How is my degree programme structured? You can see a list of the course contents here:

Facts and figures

  • 311 students
    in total
    There were 36 graduates in the past academic year.
    Info about the calculation
    Data updated November 2025
  • 8.8 semester
    average study duration
    Info about the calculation
    Data updated November 2025
  • High 3.7
    level of difficulty of the degree programme
    This is how graduates rate their degree programmes. You can find the results in the Graduation Survey.
    Data updated 2025
  • € 3,238
    average gross monthly income 3 years after graduation
    What career paths are available after graduation? Answers in the Graduate Tracking.
    Data updated 2025

What can you expect after your studies?

Continue studying or start your career straight away? After completing your masters programme, all paths are open to you. Whether you decide to pursue a doctoral/PhD degree or take the plunge into the world of work, the possibilities are endless. The following overview shows you what options you have and where you can find the right support.

Ian Ehm

Career profiles

  • Which careers are possible after this degree?

    Your expertise opens up a wide range of career opportunities, for example in the following areas:

    • Teaching German as a foreign or second language at home and abroad (children, young people, adults)
    • Language support
    • Development and coordination of integration and education projects
    • Development of curricula, examinations, teaching and learning materials, and media
    Ian Ehm

You have further questions?

StudiesServiceUnit

Do you have any questions about registering for courses and exams? Or about grades and recognition? The StudiesServiceUnit German Philology is the right place to go.

To the StudiesServiceUnit

StudiesServiceCenter

Do you have any questions about graduating? The StudiesServiceCenter of the Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies will be happy to help! 

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