Deaf and hard-of-hearing education

• Students enrolled in the B.Sc. program “Prevention, Integration, and Rehabilitation (PIR) for Hearing Impairment” are required to register for and withdraw from module examinations and module sub-examinations.
• In the winter semester, the registration and withdrawal period is December 1 to 14.
• In the summer semester, the registration and withdrawal period is June 1 to 14.
• Students must register and withdraw within this period using the electronic data processing system.
• A PDF printout must be sent to the PAGS Examination Office by December 31 or June 30 of the same semester using the blue PDF button (LSF).
• In accordance with PStO § 28 (2) sentence 3, the examination board stipulates that a module examination or module part examination for which registration was mandatory shall be considered failed if the student does not attend for reasons for which he or she is responsible or withdraws from the module examination or module part examination after the last day of registration.
• These regulations apply until further notice.

• Students minoring in “Primary School Education and Didactics for the Bachelor's and Model Degree Program in Prevention, Integration, and Rehabilitation (PIR) for Hearing Impairment” must register for and withdraw from module examinations and module partial examinations.
• In the winter semester, the registration and withdrawal period is December 1 to 14.
• In the summer semester, the registration and withdrawal period is June 1 to June 14.
• Students must register and deregister electronically within this period.
• A PDF printout must be sent to the PAGS Examination Office by December 31 or June 30 of the same semester using the blue PDF button (LSF).
• In accordance with PStO § 22 (2) sentence 3, the examination board stipulates that a module examination or module part examination for which registration was mandatory shall be considered failed if the student does not attend for reasons for which he or she is responsible or withdraws from the module examination or module part examination after the last day of registration.
• These regulations apply until further notice.

The examination and study regulations as well as the module handbook of the Chair of Special Education - Focus on Hearing and Communication, including inclusive education, apply.

Bachelor
Examination and study regulations (PStO) for the bachelor's degree program in PIR for hearing impairment (model degree program) (2015) (PDF, 188 KB)

Module handbook for the Bachelor's program in PIR for Hearing Impairment (model program) (2025) (PDF, 656 KB)

Master's (Deaf Education)
Examination and Study Regulations (PStO) for the Master's program in PIR - Education of the Deaf (model program) (2015) (PDF, 180 KB)

Module handbook for the master's program in PIR - Education of the Deaf (model program) (2025) (PDF, 589 KB)

Master's degree (education for the hearing impaired)
Examination and Study Regulations (PStO) for the Master's program in PIR - Education for the Hearing Impaired (model program) (2015) (PDF, 179 KB)

Module handbook for the master's program in PIR - Education for the Hearing Impaired (model program) (2025) (PDF, 599 KB)

Primary school education and teaching methods
Examination and study regulations (PStO) for primary school education and didactics as a minor subject for the bachelor's degree program PIR (model degree program) (2015) (PDF, 132 KB)

Module handbook for primary school education and didactics as a minor subject for the bachelor's degree program PIR (model degree program) (2025) (PDF, 450 KB)

timetable planning
Information on the study regulations (PDF, 630 KB)

Information on creating timetables (PDF, 483 KB)

Special education qualifications can be studied alongside or after completing a teaching degree for elementary schools, middle schools, secondary schools, high schools, vocational schools, or special schools. Acquiring a special education qualification serves to expand a teaching career.

To begin studying for a special education qualification with a focus on hearing and communication, you simply need to register by the relevant deadlines, which can be found on the LMU website.

All courses are open to all students. It is recommended that students familiarize themselves with the content of the basic studies. As before, no ECTS credits are awarded and no module examinations are required for the special education qualification.

The following courses are recommended:
Pedagogy
Introduction to Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education (exam-relevant)
Special Issues in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education
1. Special Developmental Conditions,
2. Linguistic and Communicative Aspects in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education

Pediatric Audiology
Introduction to Pediatric Audiology (exam-relevant)
Practical audiometry and technical hearing aids
Hearing development and hearing education / Auditory speech perception

Didactics
Fundamentals of didactics in the field of hearing education
Didactics of deaf or hard of hearing education (relevant for exams)

• A written exam focusing on “Educational Audiology”
• Time allowed: 4 hours

In connection with the qualification program in a special education subject area, an internship must be completed at a special education school in the chosen subject area. The two-week internship comprises at least 10 school days during the lecture-free period and is linked to the didactic courses in the chosen special education subject area. The tasks and study objectives correspond to those of the special education internship, limited to the student's subject(s).
Proof of completion of the internship is a prerequisite for admission to the first state examination in the special education subject area of the qualification program.
The internship is waived if proof of at least four weeks of continuous teaching at a special school in the subject area corresponding to the chosen special education subject area of the qualification program is provided.

Information on the focus area of hearing and communication can be found in the accompanying Moodle course “Special Education Internship Supervision 2nd Subject,” registration code “PraktikumZweitfach.” It is mandatory to complete this accompanying Moodle course for our department.

If it is organizationally possible, lecturers from our department will visit you during your school internship to observe a trial lesson. You will also be required to write an internship report about your internship.

The contact person for the school internship at our department is Ms. Stefanie Fiocchetta.

While the study of hearing impairment education focuses primarily on communication specific to the hearing impaired (e.g., sign language accompanying spoken language or sign language supporting spoken language), prospective deaf educators learn the basics of German Sign Language (DGS).
The respective focus is also reflected in the didactic seminars. For example, the seminars for teachers of the hearing impaired cover the following topics: diversity, inclusion, hearing impairment studies, and linguistics in relation to hearing loss, cochlear implant users, and auditory processing and perception disorders (APD).
Topics in the visual-auditory focus, on the other hand, include bilingual teaching, hearing impairment studies, and linguistics in relation to deafness, etc. Detailed information on the individual modules can be found in the respective module handbooks or study regulations for the individual degree programs.

Central Student Advisory Service

For questions regarding study decisions, choice of study program, subjects offered at LMU Munich, admission and numerus clausus, possible subject combinations, study organization, and general formal questions:
Ludwigstraße 27, Room G 109 (mailing address: Geschwister-Scholl-Platz 1)

Phone: +49 (0) 89 / 2180 9000

Fax: +49 (0) 89 / 2180 2967

Examination office

For questions regarding examinations, exam registration, and semester credit notifications:
Examination Office for Humanities and Social Sciences (PAGS) at LMU Munich
Geschwister-Scholl-Platz 1
Rooms C 026, D 020, D 201, D 203, D 205

Course coordination
Dr.in Kirsten Ludwig
Leopoldstraße 13, Room 3517
Phone: +49 (0) 89 / 2180 5116

Kerstin Gutermuth
Martiusstraße 4, Room 413
Phone: +49 (0) 89 / 2180 5380
Administrative assistant in the examination office

Roberta Vurnek
Geschwister-Scholl-Platz 1, Room D 020
Phone: +49 (0) 89 / 2180 6830
Fax: +49 (0) 89 / 2180 16469

Opening hours vary and can be found online.

General information about internships at special schools

Internship overview from the Internship Office

The addition of another special education subject is possible, but not necessary. In this case, the study of hearing impairment education and the minor subject of primary school education is supplemented with another subject. These are referred to as extension subjects or special education qualifications. An extension is particularly recommended for school-based training if working in another federal state is an option. An extension also contributes to in-depth knowledge in other subject areas. The extension exam can be taken into account when applying for a position in the civil service. Information on this can be found on the Bavarian Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs website. In some cases, a bonus is granted for the extension. This is granted at the time of hiring, adjusted annually, and therefore cannot be planned.

Possible times for expansion
If you decide to expand your studies, you do not have to start right at the beginning of your degree program. It is advisable to use the first one to two semesters to concentrate on your main studies. This will allow you to better assess the effort involved and your own capacities, and then decide whether an expansion is feasible. In principle, an extension subject can be taken up in any winter semester.

Application
The application process for an extension subject is the same as for a restricted-admission degree program. Applications must be submitted to the Student Office in due time and form.

Possible additional subjects

• Advising teacher
• Special education qualification – possible at LMU:

1. Pedagogy for behavioral disorders (focus on emotional and social development)
2. Special education for the mentally disabled (focus on mental development)
3. Special education for learning disabilities (focus on learning)
4. Speech therapy (focus on language)

• Didactics of a subject group in middle school
• Subjects: Biology, chemistry, German, English, ethics, geography, history, computer science, art, mathematics, music, physics, Catholic or Protestant religious education, social studies, English, art, music, and sports (special feature: aptitude test)
• Didactics of German as a second language

Subsequent extension
In addition to extending your studies during your degree program, it is also possible to extend them afterwards. This can be done after passing both state examinations. Possible options include media education, a foreign language qualification, or school psychology.
However, with this form of extension, it is also possible to study at the same time as the main course and take the examinations later, i.e., after obtaining the teaching qualification.

Procedure
If special education qualifications are required, there are no compulsory courses. This means that lectures and seminars do not have to be attended. However, it is advisable to consult with the relevant department to find out about the most important courses and to attend them if possible. The reason for this is that additional examinations are held during the first and second state examinations, in which the content is required.
An exception to this is the extension with a special education specialization. In this case, it should be noted that compulsory internships and the corresponding accompanying courses must be completed.
Overview of the elective subjects and their respective requirements