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Hochschule Zittau/Görlitz
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Heilpädagogik/Inclusion StudiesSpecial Needs Education / Inclusion Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Bachelor's degree program in Special Education/Inclusion Studies prepares students to improve participation opportunities for people with disabilities and shape inclusion. The program combines curative education and inclusion studies to create a modern study profile, providing specific specialist knowledge with a broad view of inclusion. This practice-oriented degree program includes comprehensive skills in fundamentals of curative education and inclusive education, diagnostic and intervention-oriented methods, counseling, assistance and life support, inclusive action in various contexts, and project and research for innovative solutions. The program features two intensive practical phases: an internship in diagnostics in the third semester and a practical module on intervention-oriented inclusive action in the fifth semester. Upon successful completion, graduates receive state recognition as a curative educator.
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The Bachelor's degree program in Special Education/Inclusion Studies prepares students to improve participation opportunities for people with disabilities and shape inclusion. The program combines curative education and inclusion studies to create a modern study profile, providing specific specialist knowledge with a broad view of inclusion. This practice-oriented degree program includes comprehensive skills in fundamentals of curative education and inclusive education, diagnostic and intervention-oriented methods, counseling, assistance and life support, inclusive action in various contexts, and project and research for innovative solutions. The program features two intensive practical phases: an internship in diagnostics in the third semester and a practical module on intervention-oriented inclusive action in the fifth semester. Upon successful completion, graduates receive state recognition as a curative educator.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Heilpädagogik/Inclusion Studies at Hochschule Zittau/Görlitz

Is Heilpädagogik/Inclusion Studies at Hochschule Zittau/Görlitz 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 Heilpädagogik/Inclusion Studies 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 Heilpädagogik/Inclusion Studies at Hochschule Zittau/Görlitz?

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 Heilpädagogik/Inclusion Studies?

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 Zittau/Görlitz — 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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