Secondary Education - German University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Overview

The Secondary Education - German programme at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides a comprehensive pathway for aspiring educators to master the German language while developing professional pedagogical skills. Students engage in a rigorous curriculum that blends cultural fluency with modern instructional theories to meet state certification standards.

This degree is housed within the College of Education and Human Sciences, an institution dedicated to strengthening the relationships between schools and communities. The curriculum is designed to ensure that graduates can make complex content accessible to diverse learners in secondary school settings.

A hallmark of the experience is the emphasis on experiential learning through early field placements.

Why Secondary Education - German at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

The university offers a nationally recognised teacher education programme characterised by its extensive network of partner schools. Students benefit from high-quality facilities and the guidance of experienced cooperating teachers who meet strict professional requirements.

The programme is distinguished by its focus on the Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the 21st Century. This ensures that candidates not only master the language but also understand how to integrate interpersonal, interpretive, and presentation modes of communication into their future lessons.

Additionally, the CEHS Career Center provides specialised support for students, offering career coaching and help with employment planning. This dedicated resource assists future teachers in navigating the transition from university study to professional certification and full-time teaching roles.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 30330 per year
• National fee: USD 30330 per year
• Local fee: USD 11100 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Writing and Inquiry
• Instructional Technology
• Statistical Methods
• Themes in German Literature, Culture, Film, and Theater
• Adolescent Development for Education
• School and Society
• Multicultural Education
• Secondary Student Teaching Seminar
• Teaching Matters
• German for Professional Purposes
• Advanced Communication: Exploring Contested Identities
• Advanced Communication and Writing
• German Cultural Studies and Civilization
• Special Education
• Teaching Multilingual Learners in Content Areas
• Learning and Teaching Principles and Practices: Secondary Modern Languages
• Curriculum Principles and Practices Secondary Modern Languages

Careers with Secondary Education - German

Graduates of this programme are eligible for a Nebraska teaching certificate, enabling them to pursue roles as German language teachers in middle schools and high schools. The field endorsement provided by this degree makes candidates highly marketable to public and private educational institutions.

Beyond traditional classroom teaching, the skills gained in linguistic mastery and educational psychology prepare graduates for roles in educational administration or curriculum development. Many alumni also find opportunities in international education or community-based language programmes.