Until the introduction of the reformed teacher training program in the winter semester of 2007–2008, the following applied:

In Rhineland-Palatinate, biology may be selected for the First State Examination in accordance with the State Ordinance on the First State Examination for Teaching at Gymnasien, along with the subjects chemistry, physics, mathematics, Computer Science, social sciences, and physical education. Chemistry is recommended as the second subject.

The standard duration of study is 9 semesters. The program is divided into a foundational phase (4 semesters, culminating in an intermediate examination) and the subsequent advanced phase (5 semesters, culminating in the First State Examination).

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Advanced Phase

Students will expand and deepen their theoretical and practical knowledge in the various subfields of biology. To this end, a wide range of advanced laboratory courses, specialized laboratory courses, lectures, seminars, and field trips are offered, from which students can largely choose their courses. You can find the courses at www.kis.uni-kl.de.