Program Overview

Master of Education in Russian

The Master of Education in Russian is a unique program that enables students to become Russian language teachers. It offers a deep dive into the areas of communicative competence in Russian, literary, cultural, and linguistic knowledge, as well as the acquisition of subject-related teaching skills.

Program Details

• Degree: Master of Education
• Start: Winter and summer semesters
• Duration: 4 semesters
• Language of Instruction: German
• Admission: Admission is free, but application to the faculty is required

Program Structure

The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in Russian, including:

• Communicative competence in Russian
• In-depth knowledge of Russian literature, culture, and linguistics
• Acquisition of subject-related teaching skills
• Planning and implementation of own teaching
• Knowledge of competency-based core curricula and their interpretation
• Research-based learning

Target Group

This program is suitable for individuals who:

• Have an interest in the Russian language, literature, and culture
• Possess good language skills
• Enjoy teaching, discussing, and presenting
• Are willing to acquire the Russian language

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program often work as teachers. The program is particularly suited for graduates in the fields of Slavic Philology, Russian Culture, and related fields.

Practical Experience

• A practical internship is mandatory and is completed during the course of study, lasting 4 weeks (LABG 2005) or a practice semester (LABG 2009).
• A stay abroad is also part of the program, with a duration of 3 months, usually before the start of the study.

Partner Universities

The program has partnerships with several universities, including:

• Belarussian University Minsk
• University in Vologda
• RGGU in Moscow

Support

Students can receive support through:

• Academic advising for specific questions about the program.
• Student representation (Fachschaft: Slavistik) for peer support and community.