The degree programme consists of modules. As a rule, each module comprises two courses. In addition to attendance at the courses, content (for the courses) must be worked out in self-study alone or in groups. The workload per semester is calculated at about 900 working hours.

The study structure, i.e. also the question of which and how many courses have to be taken and when, is defined in the examination regulations. You can find the examination regulation of the master programme Religion in the Public Sphere here.

In order to successfully complete a module, it is generally required that students pass one examination and one piece of coursework (one per course).

A coursework (Studienleistung/SL) can be achieved, for example, by a presentation, a written exam, an essay, a term paper, a protocol or follow-up work (depending on what the respective lecturer requires). Such coursework can only be assessed with "pass" or "fail", i.e. it is ungraded. In case of a failure, the coursework can be repeated as often as desired.

An examination (Prüfungsleistung/PL) can be achieved through a written examination, a presentation, an essay, a term paper or an oral examination. The examiner usually determines the type of examination. A PL is graded and cannot be repeated as often as desired. Examinations must usually be registered on QIS. More information can be found here.

To illustrate: To successfully complete the module "[name]", you take the seminar "[name]" and the seminar "[name]". In one seminar, you will complete a course assignment/SL (e.g. active participation, preparation and follow-up work, essay, or presentation). In the seminar "[name]" you take an examination/PL (for example in the form of a term paper). With one completed coursework and one passed examination, you have successfully completed the module "[name]".

When compiling your timetable, you will notice that the courses offered at LUH are divided into modules and these in turn are divided into individual courses. Each degree programme is made up of several thematic modules, which are completed in specific sections of the degree programme. A module usually consists of two courses.

In the master programme Religion in the Public Sphere, you will only attend lectures and seminars. The difference essentially revolves around the level of participation expected from you. Lectures are held by the respective lecturer mostly in the form of frontal teaching. The students listen and are allowed to ask questions, but are rarely actively involved.

Seminars, on the other hand, thrive on interactivity and discussion within the plenum. In mostly smaller groups (10-30 people), content is worked on together, texts are discussed and student participation is expected. As a rule, each participant provides more extensive input in the form of presentations or leading sessions.

The respective form of examination for a module is specified in the examination regulations and can also be found in the module handbook. If there is a choice of several examination forms, the lecturers determine which form is to be used for their courses at the beginning of the semester.

As a rule, examinations must be registered with the examination office by the deadline. Information on the registration process can be found here.

You can use the QIS portal to register for and deregister from examinations, print out grade reports and matriculation certificates, and view your previous examination and study achievements. You can find detailed information here.

If you have any questions about the content of your degree programme and taking courses, please contact Mr Steffen Führding.

If you have questions about one of your courses, it is best to ask your respective lecturer.

In Hannover, you can take preparatory intensive German language courses at Leibniz Universität as well as at other institutions, but you will have to pay for them. You can find information here.

As soon as you are enrolled, you can also take free language courses at the Leibniz Language Centre. In addition to German, other languages are also taught at different levels. You can find an overview of the language learning opportunities here.