Our study programmes

Teacher training programmes

Additional information

Criteria for recognising time spent abroad as part of teacher training (pdf), compiled by Saxony’s State Office for Schools and Education (in German)

Proof of English at B2 level

To be admitted to an English teacher training programme or a BA programme at the Institute of British Studies, you must provide evidence that you are proficient in English to at least B2 level as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This can be demonstrated with an Abitur certificate evidencing English classes from years 7 through 12 (or 13). Alternatively, you can submit a language certificate as evidence of English at B2 level.

The following international standardised English tests are also officially recognised as equivalent to B2 level:

  • TOEFL iBT Test of English as a Foreign Language – minimum score of 72
  • FCE Cambridge First Certificate in English – grade B or C
  • IELTS International English Language Testing System – at least 5,5
  • TOEIC Test of English for International Communication
    • Listening & Reading – score of at least 785
    • Speaking – score of at least 160
    • Writing – score of at least 150
  • Linguaskill (Cambridge Assessment English) – score of at least 160
  • UNIcert II
  • CET College English Test in China – CET-6 and CET-SET (Spoken English Test) (you must pass both tests)

A school leaving certificate from a country in which English is spoken as a national language, or a standardised international English-language school leaving certificate (such as the International Baccalaureate, or a High School Diploma from an American international school) also serves as evidence of English proficiency at B2 level.

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Bachelor’s programmes

Additional information

Study guides valid from winter semester 2025/2026 (pdf):

Study guides valid from summer semester 2023 (pdf):

Information for bachelor’s programmes, valid from winter semester 2021/22 (pdf):

Information for bachelor’s programmes, valid from winter semester 2019/20 (pdf):

Proof of English at B2 level

To be admitted to an English teacher training programme or a BA programme at the Institute of British Studies, you must provide evidence that you are proficient in English to at least B2 level as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This can be demonstrated with an Abitur certificate evidencing English classes from years 7 through 12 (or 13). Alternatively, you can submit a language certificate as evidence of English at B2 level.

The following international standardised English tests are also officially recognised as equivalent to B2 level:

  • TOEFL iBT Test of English as a Foreign Language – minimum score of 72
  • FCE Cambridge First Certificate in English – grade B or C
  • IELTS International English Language Testing System – at least 5,5
  • TOEIC Test of English for International Communication
    • Listening & Reading – score of at least 785
    • Speaking – score of at least 160
    • Writing – score of at least 150
  • Linguaskill (Cambridge Assessment English) – score of at least 160
  • UNIcert II
  • CET College English Test in China – CET-6 and CET-SET (Spoken English Test) (you must pass both tests)

A school leaving certificate from a country in which English is spoken as a national language, or a standardised international English-language school leaving certificate (such as the International Baccalaureate, or a High School Diploma from an American international school) also serves as evidence of English proficiency at B2 level.

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Master’s programmes

Additional information

1. Applicants with a German BA in English (or equivalent)

There are two application processes to complete: a central application to Leipzig University, and an application to the Institute of British Studies, which will determine whether you meet the subject-specific entry requirements.

Application periods:

Valid for all (EU/EEA/third countries): Beginning of December – 15:03. for the summer semester and Beginning of May – 15.09. for the winter semester

Please submit your application to the Institute of British Studies in an envelope that is clearly labelled “Bewerbungsunterlagen MA Global British Studies” at the following address:

Institut für Anglistik
Geisteswissenschaftliches Zentrum
3. Etage, Haus 4 & 5
Beethovenstraße 15
04107 Leipzig
GERMANY

Required documents for your application to the Institute of British Studies:

  • Transcript of records from your first university degree (which must be relevant to the field of study). Applicants need a minimum of 60 credit points in English studies, including at least 10 credit points in English linguistics, 10 in British literature, and 10 in British cultural studies.
  • Degree certificate (if necessary, this can be submitted at a later date)
  • Evidence of a second foreign language at A2 level or knowledge of Latin

Please provide a contact address to which we can send you the notification regarding the assessment of your subject-specific entry requirements.

2. Applicants who do not have a B. A. in Anglistik/English language and literature (or equivalent) conferred by a German university

Apply centrally at uni-assist e.V.

Deadlines:
Applicants from third countries: Beginning of November – 31 December for the summer semester and Beginning of April – 31 May for the winter semester
Applicants from EU/EEA: Beginning of November – 1 March for the summer semester and Beginning of April – 1 September for the winter semester

Documents needed for the application:

  • A certified copy of your transcript of records, in English or German (Applicants need a minimum of 60 ECTS in English studies, including a minimum of 10 ECTS in English linguistics, 10 ECTS in British literature and 10 ECTS in British cultural studies.)
  • A certified copy of your BA degree, in English or German
  • For non-native speakers of English: a language certificate that provides proof of English skills at C1 level (or equivalent, check here for equivalent tests)
  • Another foreign language at A2 level (not your native language) or basic level Latin.

3. Chinese Students who are interested in the Panda programme

Please contact Antje Schöne, coordinator for the special programme, at the International Centre.

Sprachprüfungen als Äquivalent zum GER-Niveau C1 Englisch

These international standardised English tests are officially recognised as equivalent to C1 level:

  • TOEFL iBT Test of English as a Foreign Language – minimum score of 95
  • Cambridge Certificates
    • Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English – grade B or C
    • Cambridge First Certificate in English – grade A
  • IELTS International English Language Testing System – at least 7.0
  • TOEIC Test of English for International Communication
    • Listening & Reading – score of at least 945
    • Speaking – score of at least 180
    • Writing – score of at least 180
  • UNIcert III

A school leaving certificate from a country in which English is spoken as a national language or a standardised international English-language school leaving certificate (such as the International Baccalaureate, or a High School Diploma from an American international school) also serves as evidence of English proficiency at C1 level.

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