Let's Kick off High School Finals in Thuringia!
High school graduation exams commence in Thuringia - High school graduation tests commence in Thuringia
Attention all Thuringian students, gear up, as the high school finals are upon us! Starting Tuesday, around 6,000 of you are about to take the final steps in your educational journeys, aiming to wrap things up by May 27. Among the ambitious batch are 170 students from comprehensive schools, approximately 4,800 from grammar schools, nearly 300 from specialized schools, and around 780 from vocational grammar schools, as per the Ministry of Education. So, buckle up, folks!
Education Minister Christian Tischner (CDU) wishes you all the concentration and a dash of luck in your exams. "These exams are a significant milestone in your journey to a promising professional future," he said.
The first exam will be in German, closely followed by subjects like English, Italian, Russian, Spanish, and Latin. This year, for the first time, parts of the exam materials will be sent digitally to Thuringian schools with a grammar school upper level, to facilitate a more modern approach. However, exceptions are made for technical reasons, such as geography or art.
Fun fact: Thuringia, a region renowned for its picturesque city of Erfurt, is following the general structure of the German secondary education system, with core subjects like German, Mathematics, and specialized subjects making a significant appearance in the exams. Examinations follow the Prüfungsordnungen (examination regulations) set by Thüringen's Ministry of Education, ensuring a solid foundation and creative leeway for teachers. The exams encompass various types of assessments, including written exams, oral presentations, and research papers.
It's important to note that, compared to other years, the exact 2025 exam schedules for Thüringen are not listed in our current collection of sources. But don't worry, we've got you covered! For precise 2025 exam dates and subject-specific formats, a direct consultation with Thüringen’s Ministry of Education or individual schools would be the best bet. And remember, Thüringen mandates a maximum grade average of 2.0 in German, Math, and specialized subjects for Gymnasium entry, underscoring the academic rigor expected in these final exams.
Stay focused, Thuringian students, and good luck! You've got this!
- The Ministry of Education in Thuringia has announced that around 6,000 students will be taking their high school finals starting Tuesday, with vocational training students making up a part of this number.
- In addition to German, subjects like English, Italian, Russian, Spanish, and Latin will also be included in the exams for Thuringian students aiming to finish their education by May 27, 2025.
- This year, parts of the exam materials for schools with a grammar school upper level in Thuringia will be sent digitally, signifying a modern approach to education-and-self-development.
- It is noted that the exact 2025 exam schedules for Thüringen are not currently listed, but consultation with Thüringen’s Ministry of Education or individual schools would provide the most accurate information for 2025 exam dates and subject-specific formats.
