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Physics Teaching Qualification - Bachelor's study program

Information for prospective students

Course content, study program structure, and the application process – guidance and information on the Bachelor's study program in Physics Teaching Qualification at the University of Stuttgart.

Is the Physics Teaching Qualification right for you? Come and find out!

Do you have a sense of what the Bachelor’s degree program in Physics Teaching Qualification entails? With our expectations check, you can quickly and easily check whether your expectations of the study program are realistic.

Do the expectation check now and discover whether the course meets your expectations!

The expectations check focuses on the technical aspects of your studies, not the educational science aspects. Information and decision-making aids to help you decide whether a career as a teacher is right for you can be obtained, for example, from the career counseling service for teachers [de].

Expectation Check

Do you have a sense of what the Bachelor’s study program in Physics Teaching Qualification entails?

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In my physics lectures, I mainly learn how to solve physics problems.

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The aim of most lectures is not to be able to solve familiar problems, but to develop an understanding that will enable me to solve completely new problems.

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I was always top of my class in physics, so studying to become a physics teacher will be easy for me.

This statement is largely false

It is a mistake to believe that everything at university will be the same as at school: The material is significantly more difficult, and exams usually cover the entire lecture material from one or two semesters. Therefore, it is important to adapt your learning behavior and time management and to join forces with others to form a study group.

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If you study the Physics Teaching Qualification, you don't have to do experiments.

This statement is largely false

Physical laboratory work is also an essential part of teacher training. Teacher training students must learn how to plan, set up, and conduct experiments, as experiments are an important element of physics teaching in order to spark curiosity and interest in science among students.

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Statement 4 / 7

Good math skills are not that important for studying physics education.

This statement is largely false

For physicists, mathematics is a tool of the trade. Physical laws are described in mathematical formulas - this requires a solid knowledge of mathematics. We therefore recommend the MINT-Kolleg's preparatory mathematics courses. Mathematics and physics complement each other perfectly and therefore represent an excellent combination of subjects for prospective teachers.

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Statement 5 / 7

Good knowledge of physics is sufficient to work as a physics teacher.

This statement is largely true

Good subject-specific knowledge is, of course, essential for working as a physics teacher. However, it is equally important to be able to inspire enthusiasm for the subject. You should enjoy imparting knowledge, be able to explain things well, and enjoy working with young people. Good self-confidence, assertiveness, and the ability to resolve conflicts are helpful skills.

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Statement 6 / 7

Current topics in physics, such as gravitational waves, are discussed in the lectures.

This statement is largely false

With few exceptions, Bachelor's programs primarily teach the fundamental laws of physics and develop analytical thinking skills. Without this prior knowledge, current topics are usually impossible to address. However, physics colloquia are held regularly, at which current results are presented. These are usually open to all students.

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Statement 7 / 7

At university level, physics problems are generally solved by finding the appropriate formula and applying it.

This statement is largely false

Searching for the right formula would take far too long. To know which formula is correct, the relevant physical relationships must also be identified and derived from the problem. It is therefore not only important to know formulas, but also to understand how to derive and apply them, and how to interpret the resulting outcome.

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It's your choice

0 out of 7 of your expectations turned out to be fairly accurate.

The goal here wasn’t to answer everything correctly, but to gain a better understanding of the study program. You now need to determine whether your understanding of the study program is accurate or where you need more information.

My skills

Here is a short list of skills you will need to successfully study physics:

Very good mathematical understanding and abstract thinking skills
Ability to describe and interpret complex relationships in formulas
Perseverance, concentration, and analytical thinking, even when faced with challenging tasks

My interests

Do you wonder what lies behind natural phenomena and new technologies, such as quantum computers?
Are you interested in black holes, superconductivity, energy of the future, or mysterious quantum leaps?
Do you have an aptitude for mathematics?
Do you enjoy solving logical problems or puzzles and don't give up, even if it takes hours?
Are you a good communicator?
Do you enjoy explaining complex issues to other people?

Physics Teaching Qualification - Bachelor's study program

Is the Physics Teaching Qualification right for you? Come and find out!

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