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 Realschulen, 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 6 semesters. The program is divided into a foundational phase (3 semesters, without an intermediate exam) and the subsequent advanced phase (3 semesters, culminating in the First State Examination).

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Advanced Phase

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