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Fachhochschule Potsdam
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Childhood Education Dual *

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Childhood Education Dual (BA) is a practice-integrated bachelor's degree program that combines studying and practical work in the education and upbringing of children. The program focuses on children from birth to 12 years of age and their families. Students acquire theoretical knowledge and skills to accompany children in their developmental and educational processes and to work with families. The program is structured in a weekly model of '3 days of teaching and 2 days of practice'. Students receive monthly financial remuneration from the practice center. Upon completion of the degree program, graduates receive state recognition as a Childhood Educator.

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 Childhood Education Dual * at Fachhochschule Potsdam

Is Childhood Education Dual * at Fachhochschule Potsdam 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 Childhood Education Dual * 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 Childhood Education Dual * at Fachhochschule Potsdam? ▼

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 Childhood Education Dual *? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Fachhochschule Potsdam — 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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