Study in a teaching degree program at the KU

If you really want to make a difference, become a teacher. At the KU, teacher training is more than just a state examination: it is practical, socially relevant, and available for elementary school and all different types of secondary school (Mittelschule, Realschule and Gymnasium). The “Teacher Training^plus” model allows students to earn a Bachelor’s degree in addition to the state examination — thereby opening doors to career fields far beyond the classroom.

Unique selling point: Ethics teacher training at the KU

The KU is one of only two universities in Bavaria that offers Ethics as a main subject for secondary school Gymnasium teacher training – and the only University in Bavaria where Ethics can be studied as a main subject for secondary school Realschule teacher certification.

Teaching degree programs at the KU

Elementary school

Supporting children during their early years of elementary school means laying the foundation for their future. The elementary school program at the KU combines subject-specific pedagogy, educational science, and extensive practical experience—for anyone who wants to be there from the very beginning.

Secondary school Mittelschule

For people who do not just want to teach, but truly want to make a difference. The Mittelschule teaching program at the KU is designed for anyone who wants to guide young people through a crucial phase of their lives — the transition from childhood to adulthood, and from school to workforce.

Secondary school Realschule

Realschule teacher training: The Realschule teacher education program at the KU has a truly unique selling point: The KU is the only University in Bavaria to offer ethics as a main subject in its Realschule teacher education program — for those who wish to guide students not only academically but also ethically.

Secondary school Gymnasium

In-depth subject-specific knowledge, critical thinking, and social responsibility — the secondary school teacher education program for Gymnasium at the KU is for anyone who wants to truly master their subject and pass on that knowledge. The KU is one of only two universities in Bavaria that offers ethics as a main subject in its secondary school teacher education program.

Is teacher the right profession for me?

This section takes a look at the exciting and varied tasks involved in the teaching profession. Interested students can learn about teacher training at the KU and find out which teaching profession suits them best.

What others say about the program

Sascha's DreamFuture: Encouraging children to be the purest version of themselves

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Felix's DreamFuture: Supporting young people for their future

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Judith's DreamFuture: Turning schools into a place of well-being

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Teaching for elementary school

Teaching for secondary school Mittelschule

Teaching for secondary school Realschule

Teaching for secondary school Gymnasium

Center for Teacher Education (ZLB)

The Center for Teacher Education (KU ZLB) is a central academic institution at the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt. It sees itself as an institution for promoting and ensuring science-based, competence- and profession-oriented teacher training at the KU. The term “teacher training” encompasses all phases of teacher training (studies, preparatory service, continuing education, and professional development). The KU ZLB represents the interests of teacher training at the KU both within the University and externally.

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