English

The teaching degree program English includes the study of the language, literature and culture of English-speaking countries. Students receive a solid overview of both classical and modern English-language literature and culture and also explore current topics from the areas of structural and applied linguistics.

In terms of content, the program has a geographic focus on the UK, North America and the postcolonial world. Due to its interdisciplinary orientation, the in-depth study of language, literature and culture always includes questions from the areas of history, philosophy, politics, and media studies as well. In addition to knowledge-based courses, the program offers language practice modules to enhance students’ grammar, vocabulary and style.

In year two, students can choose electives and thus prioritize individual focus areas. Students can choose a profile in either English linguistics and communications, North American studies, or British and postcolonial literary and cultural studies.

The teaching degree for vocational schools combines a professional discipline with a school subject and educational sciences

Possible lines of work:

Teaching at vocational schools. To teach at a German public school, candidates must follow up their bachelor’s degree with a Master of Education degree program as well as practical teacher training.

Research management, education (e.g. adult education at universities, language courses at adult education centers, educational/vocational institutes, etc.), book industry (publishing/libraries/translating/editing), culture (cultural institutions, cultural management, embassies, Goethe Institutes, cultural institutes, regional cultural work, exhibitions, etc.), media/journalism (press, radio, television, online media, editing, public relations), administration (international relations, e.g. diplomatic service, EU institutions, international organizations), teaching in the German public school system, academia (teaching/research at universities, research institutions, etc.)