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Chemistry Continuation Subject (Secondary and Comprehensive Schools ('Haupt-', 'Real-', 'Sekundar-' and 'Gesamtschule')) (wenn mit Ba-Arbeit)
Overview
Degree:
Master of Education
Duration:
4 semesters
Course Start:
Winter semester & summer semester
Restrictions:
Without NC
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Contents of the subject Chemistry
The Master of Education follows on seamlessly from the Bachelor's teaching degree programme. In the continuation of the degree programme, the compulsory specialisation modules in inorganic and organic chemistry are studied - if not already done in the Bachelor's degree. Students also acquire theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of environmental chemistry. Chemistry didactics courses are used to prepare for and reflect on the Teaching Experience Semester as well as an intensive, application-oriented examination of inclusive teaching and learning settings.
Students gain an overview of modern developments in 20th and 21st century chemistry, they can familiarise themselves with selected topics of recent chemical research and make them usable for teaching. In application-orientated project work, they deepen their didactic knowledge and learn to design, reflect on and evaluate learning settings and media in a subject-specific, diversity-sensitive and digitally enriched way. They can later use the skills they acquire in this way to interest school pupils in the subject.
The Master's degree programme is followed by preparatory service (German 'Referendariat').
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Advantages of the subject Chemistry at Bielefeld University
Research strength
The Faculty of Chemistry at Bielefeld University has built up an excellent
reputation for outstanding research in various areas of chemistry and
biochemistry. This enables students to participate in innovative projects and
Collaborative Research Centres (SFB), which enriches their scientific
education.
Practical orientation
The degree programme places great emphasis on the practical application of
the content learned. The integrated Teaching Experience Semester gives
students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge directly in
schools and gain valuable teaching experience, which will facilitate their
future careers.
Interdisciplinary co-operation
Thanks to the short distances within Bielefeld University, students can
benefit from a wide range of interdisciplinary cooperation opportunities. The
exchange between different faculties promotes a broader understanding of
chemical issues and their relevance in other areas.
Individual support
The degree programmes offer individual support for students through small
groups and close contact with teaching staff. This personal support enables
targeted support and facilitates the exchange of ideas and feedback, which
optimises learning.
Career prospects
Following their bachelor’s and master courses, as well as the preparatory service, teachers take on a varied, complex and socially responsible role. They shape teaching and learning processes, support and encourage pupils in their personal development, and empower them to shape their future as mature and responsible citizens. Career prospects are generally positive, as the demand for qualified teachers is set to continue into the future. Key factors influencing successful recruitment later on include the type of school chosen and the combination of subjects, regional demand, personal mobility and flexibility, as well as decisions and priorities in education policy. Assessments of recruitment prospects are available, for example, from the Ministry of Education of North Rhine-Westphalia.
When choosing subjects, it is also important to take your own interests into account so that you can later teach the subjects you are interested in with enthusiasm. Furthermore, considering the age of the pupils in the respective school types is helpful in making an informed decision.
When choosing subjects, it is also important to take your own interests into account so that you can later teach the subjects you are interested in with enthusiasm. Furthermore, considering the age of the pupils in the respective school types is helpful in making an informed decision.
What are the access requirements?
Access to the Master of Education is granted to those who can provide evidence that they have a first university degree which has a standard period of study of at least six semesters and qualifies them a for profession. Whether the first degree provides suitable access also depends on the kind of teaching qualification to be pursued.
A first degree for a subsequent Master of Education programme with the professional goal of a teaching qualification is generally given if the Bachelor degree was completed at Bielefeld University (according to the Bachelor Examination Regulations (German ‘BPO’) for the 2011 study model) with a corresponding orientation (professional goal and choice of subjects).
Other degrees may be accepted if applicants can provide evidence of academic achievements for the intended teaching qualification that are substantially equivalent to those of the above-mentioned bachelor degree. For example, these can be degrees
- granting a teaching qualification for a different school type,
- with a different choice of subjects,
- with a subject-specific orientation (i.e. degrees that do not encompass a teaching qualification)
- a degree from another university.
Access to the Master of Education may be subject to the completion of alignment studies. The fulfilment of the access requirements is checked in each case during the application procedure.
The exact regulations for the access procedure can be found in the examination and study regulations for the Master programme (see navigation).
Access to the preparatory service (German ‘Referendariat’) requires knowledge of two foreign languages. This is usually provided via the German ‘Abitur’. The Bielefeld School of Education (BiSEd) counselling service will respond to further questions.
What formalities are important?
Course start
Studies can be commenced in both winter and summer semesters. Courses are targeted to commencing studies in winter semester. Student counselling to plan the course of studies is recommended.
Length and scope of studies
The standard period of studies is 4 semesters. Information on studying part time.
The studies Continuation Subject (Secondary and Comprehensive Schools ('Haupt-', 'Real-', 'Sekundar-' and 'Gesamtschule')) Chemistry comprise 30 credit points.
Application, admission, and enrolment
The study places for this degree programme are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines.
As soon as you receive positive responses in the application- and status portal (notices of access), you can submit your application for enrolment within the set deadline.
Important notice: Please note the applicable deadlines for application, enrolment, and change of degree programme. If you want to do the preparatory training within the 1st and 2nd semester, shortened deadlines may apply for the practical semester.
Step by step to a Master programme without NC
The courses
You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.
An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.
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The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2026/27 and summer semester 2027.
Information on NC values from previous years
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Overview
Degree:
Master of Education
Duration:
4 semesters
Course Start:
Winter semester & summer semester
Restrictions:
Without NC
1
Apply now!
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