Latin: Roman Literature, Culture and Society in European Context Minor Subject (Advanced Secondary and Comprehensive Schools ('Gymnasium' and 'Gesamtschule'))

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Degree: Bachelor
Duration: 6 semesters
Course Start: Winter semester & summer semester
Restrictions: Without NC 1
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Specialist expertise
The degree programme provides students with in-depth knowledge of the Latin language and of Roman literature, culture and society in a European context. Students not only acquire language skills, but also a reflective specialised knowledge that makes them sought-after experts in the field of Latin philology.

Practical training
A central element of the degree programme is the integration of practice-oriented modules that focus on teacher training. Practical teaching methods and content optimally prepare students for their future work as teachers.

Committed teaching culture
The courses are characterised by a lively culture of discussion and close cooperation between teaching staff and students. This environment promotes the exchange of ideas and supports the individual development of students.

Personalised support
Personal support and advice for students are an integral part of the degree programme. In addition to consultation hours with the teaching staff, extensive counselling services are available to provide targeted study orientation.

Excursions into antiquity
The degree programme includes study-integrated excursions that enable students to visit ancient sites. These practical experiences offer a first-hand experience of classical culture and history and promote an understanding of historical contexts.
Following their bachelor’s and master courses, as well as the subsequent induction period, 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 own futures 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 future recruitment prospects include the type of school and subject combination chosen, 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 types of school is helpful in making an informed decision. 

Access to the Bachelor programme is granted to those who have a university entrance qualification suitable for Germany (e. g. German ‘Abitur’).

Please note that there are also 'additional access requirements' for this subject:
Proof of the Latinum is required for entry.
Please also be sure to read the subject-specific regulations, which take precedence over all other applicable rules.

Please note: When transferring to the Master of Education degree programme with the subject of Latin and the career goal of teaching at Advanced Secondary and Comprehensive Schools ('Gymnasium' and 'Gesamtschule'), proof of the German "Graecum" is required for the degree of Master of Education up to and including the winter semester 2028/29. From the summer semester 2029, proof of the German "Graecum" is already required for enrolment (and not only for the degree) of the degree programme.

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.

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 6 semesters. Information on studying part time.

The studies Minor Subject (Advanced Secondary and Comprehensive Schools ('Gymnasium' and 'Gesamtschule')) Latin: Roman Literature, Culture and Society in European Context comprise 60 credit points.

Find out about the academic structure model and note the possible combinations.

The study places are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines. Afterwards, however, you can submit your application for enrolment directly in the application and status portal, provided that you meet the access requirements.

Step by step to a bachelor programme without NC

Please note that Education Sciences is always a compulsory component of a degree programme with a teaching option (see study structure model).

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.

Application deadline reminder

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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.

Possible Combinations

This subject can be combined with the following subjects in the Combined Bachelor's Degree:

Teacher Training Bachelor at Advanced Secondary and Comprehensive Schools ('Gymnasium' and 'Gesamtschule')

Please note further specifications for the choice of subjects.

As Major Subject (1. Teaching Subject) you may choose Biology Chemistry English Studies: British and American Studies French German Languages and Literatures History Mathematics Philosophy Physics Social Sciences Spanish Sports Science Wirtschaft-Politik/Sozialwissenschaften
As Educational Sciences you have to combine Educational Sciences

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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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