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Bachelor German Social Sciences

Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft [Educational Science]Educational Science

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Bachelor's program in Educational Science provides theoretical and methodological foundations of educational science as well as general professional qualifications. Students are enabled to analyze contemporary educational problems using educational theories, concepts, and methods, and to apply the knowledge acquired during their studies independently in their professional lives. The program deals intensively with topics such as lifelong learning, inclusion, and educational emergencies.
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The Bachelor's program in Educational Science provides theoretical and methodological foundations of educational science as well as general professional qualifications. Students are enabled to analyze contemporary educational problems using educational theories, concepts, and methods, and to apply the knowledge acquired during their studies independently in their professional lives. The program deals intensively with topics such as lifelong learning, inclusion, and educational emergencies.

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 Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft [Educational Science] at Universität Hamburg

Is Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft [Educational Science] at Universität Hamburg 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 Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft [Educational Science] 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 Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft [Educational Science] at Universität Hamburg?

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 Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft [Educational Science]?

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 Universität Hamburg — 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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