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Fachhochschule Magdeburg-Stendal
Master German Social Sciences

Health Promoting Organisational Development

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Fachhochschule Magdeburg-Stendal Magdeburg · Saxony-Anhalt

About the Program

Students on the programme acquire fundamental professional knowledge and the skills to work independently in accordance with scientific methods, to master the varied demands of employment in the fields of applied practice, research or teaching, and to manage the frequently changing tasks that arise in the working world. Professional expertise is built in the field of health promotion and organisational development to develop, implement and evaluate processes of change and reform in organisations from the viewpoint of health promotion. Students acquire competencies in health and social policy, empirical social research, organisational development, management and communication. In semesters 1-2, students gain specialist scientific expertise in health and social policy, sociological research methods, health promotion in organisational development, and economics and management. Semester 3 involves a traineeship, and semester 4 is dedicated to the Master's thesis and colloquium.
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Students on the programme acquire fundamental professional knowledge and the skills to work independently in accordance with scientific methods, to master the varied demands of employment in the fields of applied practice, research or teaching, and to manage the frequently changing tasks that arise in the working world. Professional expertise is built in the field of health promotion and organisational development to develop, implement and evaluate processes of change and reform in organisations from the viewpoint of health promotion. Students acquire competencies in health and social policy, empirical social research, organisational development, management and communication. In semesters 1-2, students gain specialist scientific expertise in health and social policy, sociological research methods, health promotion in organisational development, and economics and management. Semester 3 involves a traineeship, and semester 4 is dedicated to the Master's thesis and colloquium.

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Health Promotion

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How do I apply to Health Promoting Organisational Development at Fachhochschule Magdeburg-Stendal?

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 Health Promoting Organisational Development at Fachhochschule Magdeburg-Stendal

Is Health Promoting Organisational Development at Fachhochschule Magdeburg-Stendal 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 Health Promoting Organisational Development 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 Health Promoting Organisational Development at Fachhochschule Magdeburg-Stendal? ▼

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 Health Promoting Organisational Development? ▼

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 Fachhochschule Magdeburg-Stendal — 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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