Upper secondary school (MSS)
Mainz Study Stage (MSS) – Years 11 to 13 up to the Abitur (university entrance qualification).
The course system
The upper secondary level (MSS) comprises grades 11 to 13 and concludes with the Abitur examination. Grade 11 is the introductory phase; the qualification phase begins in the second semester of grade 11, and the grades from this phase contribute to the final Abitur grade.
Teaching takes place in courses instead of in class groups: Students choose three advanced courses and seven basic courses.
Our range of subjects
Advanced courses
- German, English, French, Latin
- Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- Geography, History, Social Studies
- sport
Basic subjects additionally
- Social Studies (bilingual), Fine Arts, Music, Computer Science
- Protestant and Catholic religion and ethics
- "Free French course" for all students without a second compulsory foreign language (five hours per week, new from year 11)
Registration for MSS
Students of the Mittelrhein-Gymnasium should register with the MSS administration using the main application form. Applicants from other schools should arrange an appointment via the school office (02630 9402-0) and bring the following documents:
- Copy of the mid-year report card for grade 10
- Eligibility or recommendation for attending upper secondary school (original)
- Proof of proficiency in a second foreign language since grade 6, if applicable.
- certified copy of birth certificate
Start of upper secondary school
At the beginning of grade 11, there is a three-day methods and social skills training course: text analysis and report writing, application programs, research and citation, cooperation training, as well as the use of iPads and time management. In grade 12, all core classes go on a week-long field trip.
All information from the state regarding the MSS: mss.rlp.de