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Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin
Master German Social Sciences

Biographical and Creative Writing

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

This is a five-semester part-time graduate programme that qualifies students to help clients in fields of social work, preventative and curative health work, professional coaching, supervision, cultural work, adult education, and psychotherapy. Students learn a broad range of creative methods to teach writing, develop their own writing competence, and acquire didactic skills to guide writing groups and individuals. The programme includes classroom instruction and Internet-based teaching. Students complete a practical project and develop an M.A. thesis in their final semester.
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This is a five-semester part-time graduate programme that qualifies students to help clients in fields of social work, preventative and curative health work, professional coaching, supervision, cultural work, adult education, and psychotherapy. Students learn a broad range of creative methods to teach writing, develop their own writing competence, and acquire didactic skills to guide writing groups and individuals. The programme includes classroom instruction and Internet-based teaching. Students complete a practical project and develop an M.A. thesis in their final semester.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Biographical and Creative Writing at Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin

Is Biographical and Creative Writing at Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Biographical and Creative Writing programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Biographical and Creative Writing at Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Biographical and Creative Writing?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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