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Hochschule Koblenz
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Child and Youth Care

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The dual Bachelor's degree program in Child and Youth Welfare provides practice-oriented expertise for social work with children and young adults. Students acquire theoretical and practical skills to work with adolescents and young adults aged 12-27 in the field of educational support, youth work and in other school and extracurricular settings. The main objective of the study programme is to qualify graduates for professional educational and care work on an independent basis. The programme leads to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Child and Youth Care (sandwich degree), with graduates becoming state-approved social educators and social workers. The Bachelor's degree also forms the basis for a possible further qualification in a Master's programme.
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The dual Bachelor's degree program in Child and Youth Welfare provides practice-oriented expertise for social work with children and young adults. Students acquire theoretical and practical skills to work with adolescents and young adults aged 12-27 in the field of educational support, youth work and in other school and extracurricular settings. The main objective of the study programme is to qualify graduates for professional educational and care work on an independent basis. The programme leads to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Child and Youth Care (sandwich degree), with graduates becoming state-approved social educators and social workers. The Bachelor's degree also forms the basis for a possible further qualification in a Master's programme.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Child and Youth Care at Hochschule Koblenz

Is Child and Youth Care at Hochschule Koblenz taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Child and Youth Care programme cost?

195 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Child and Youth Care at Hochschule Koblenz?

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 Child and Youth Care?

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 Hochschule Koblenz — 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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