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Study Social Work (MA)!

 

The Master's programme in Social Work at the University of Vechta (Germany) offers excellent training in small groups in which you deepen your socio-pedagogical knowledge and work on individual specialised questions.

 

In addition, the programme is characterised by it's good compatibility of study and work.

 

Master of Social Work - important facts

DegreeMaster of Arts (MA)
Standard period of study4 semester

Start of studies

winter semester

Application deadline30.09. - The application period starts in the beginning of June and we advise international applicants to apply as early as possible.
Requirements 
  • German language certificate for university admission (e.g. TestDaF, Telc C1 Hochschule, DSH-2 or the Goethe Zertifikat C2) or proof of German language knowledge on the level C1 (e.g. proven by attending a C1 course) for a conditional admission - please note: We offer preparatory German language courses.
  • recognised Bachelor's degree in a suitable field of study
 
InternshipA research project is part of the degree programme.
ECTS120
Language of instruction

German

Tuition feeIn principle, no fees are charged for studying at the University of Vechta (tuition fees). Only the semester fee is payable. This covers certain administrative costs and allows you to take advantage of benefits such as discounts in the refectory or free use of buses and trains in Lower Saxony.

The Master's programme in Social Work is divided into three study areas:

  • Social work science: disciplinary perspective
  • Empirical analyses: Transdisciplinary perspective
  • Social work and deviance: Inter- and transdisciplinary perspectives

Building on the knowledge gained in the Bachelor's programme, the Master's programme in Social Work aims to provide an education in which you are given a broad, detailed and critical understanding of social work at the cutting edge of science.

The courses on the Master's programme usually take place in blocks at fixed seminar times. The seminar times are designed to improve compatibility, especially with professional activities and/or shared family responsibilities. Thereby, we give you planning security and support your career plans.

There are a wide range of job opportunities for graduates of the Master's programme in Social Work. You will take on responsibility as a manager and leader. You will develop and evaluate concepts in social institutions and lead teams in public and private educational, social, educational and counselling institutions. The Master's programme in Social Work also qualifies you for doctoral studies.

In Germany, there currently is a high demand for qualified social workers.

Please feel free to contact us!

If you have any questions about studying at the University of Vechta, please feel free to contact the team of the International Office!