Mehrfachfächer
Mehrfachfächer describes a study setup in which a student completes more than one major subject within a single degree program. The concept is used in various German-speaking education systems to allow broader academic exposure and to prepare graduates for interdisciplinary or multi-disciplinary work. In teaching programs, Mehrfachfächer is common because prospective teachers often study two or more subjects alongside educational sciences.
In teacher training (Lehramt), candidates usually choose two Unterrichtsfächer in addition to the educational sciences and
The structural implications include distributed credits across the chosen subjects, alignment with degree requirements, and adherence
Advantages of Mehrfachfächer include greater subject breadth, enhanced career flexibility, and the ability to tailor studies