German as a Foreign and Second Language

Bielefeld University offers one of the few study programmes German as a Foreign and Second Language (DaF/DaZ) in Germany, with everything from a Bachelor 's degree to a Master's degree in "DaF and German Studies" as well as a doctoral degree programme.
DaF/DaZ at Bielefeld University combines linguistic and cultural studies with pedagogy, preparing its students for language and cultural education in Germany and abroad. Students engage intensively with diverse topics of language acquisition and teaching, including language education for specialized and professional purposes as well as cultural aspects. By gaining practical, hands-on experience (e.g., through an internship) and learning a further language, students can complement their coursework. And international experiences are welcome! Bielefeld University actively supports ERASMUS-exchanges and internships abroad.
Graduates are ideally qualified for work in both the public and private education sectors, where they engage with diverse target groups in various learning contexts. The broad skills profile opens up a wide range of professional opportunities worldwide.

All degree programmes of the subject

"Technical" degree programme

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts : Major Subject (Academic)
WiSe&SoSe
Bachelor : Minor Subject (Academic), 60 CPs
WiSe&SoSe

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Courses without teaching option
Courses without teaching option (Possible combinations for Combi-Bachelor)
Courses offered excluding teaching option and with NC
Courses offered excluding teaching option and with NC 1 (Possible combinations for Combi-Bachelor)
Courses offered with teaching option
Courses offered with teaching option (Possible combinations)
Courses with teaching option and with NC
Courses with teaching option and with NC 1 (Possible combinations)
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"technical" degree programme; no option for teaching profession available here.
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The places for courses marked with 'NC' (Numerus clausus) are subject to restrictions on admission.

The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2025/26 and summer semester 2026.
Information on NC values from previous years