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Hochschule Emden/Leer
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Early Childhood Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Hochschule Emden/Leer Emden · Lower Saxony

About the Program

With our bachelor degree course "Early Childhood Education", we offer a both scientific and practical qualification for educational work with children (up to 10 years old) and families. Education in childhood is at the heart of the degree course, along with a reflected and critical examination of the characteristics and conditions of growing up within a family and in educational institutions such as day care centers. The degree course allows students to acquire childhood education skills, which give them a professional profile. This grants graduates a capacity for insight-generating analysis and professional conception as well as networking, implementation and evaluation of pedagogical processes and measures in the context of educational and development guidance for children and in cooperation with families. Graduates receive the state recognition as "Childhood Pedagogue", which is the key requirement for starting a professional career in day care centers.
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With our bachelor degree course "Early Childhood Education", we offer a both scientific and practical qualification for educational work with children (up to 10 years old) and families. Education in childhood is at the heart of the degree course, along with a reflected and critical examination of the characteristics and conditions of growing up within a family and in educational institutions such as day care centers. The degree course allows students to acquire childhood education skills, which give them a professional profile. This grants graduates a capacity for insight-generating analysis and professional conception as well as networking, implementation and evaluation of pedagogical processes and measures in the context of educational and development guidance for children and in cooperation with families. Graduates receive the state recognition as "Childhood Pedagogue", which is the key requirement for starting a professional career in day care centers.

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

Related profession searches from Bundesagentur für Arbeit (BERUFENET) data:

See Social Sciences professions "Early Childhood Education" "Childhood Pedagogy" "Educational Work" "Family Studies"
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Subjects / Topic Areas

Early Childhood Education Childhood Pedagogy Educational Work Family Studies Child Development

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How do I apply to Early Childhood Education at Hochschule Emden/Leer?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Early Childhood Education at Hochschule Emden/Leer

Is Early Childhood Education at Hochschule Emden/Leer 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 Early Childhood Education 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 Early Childhood Education at Hochschule Emden/Leer? ▼

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 Early Childhood Education? ▼

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 Emden/Leer — 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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