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Hochschule Koblenz
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Kinder- JugendhilfeChild and Youth Welfare

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The dual Bachelor's program in Child and Youth Services combines solid theoretical foundations with intensive practical experience in suitable child and youth welfare institutions. As a practice-integrated distance learning program with regular on-campus phases at Koblenz University of Applied Sciences, it enables students to apply and reflect on scientific knowledge directly in their professional activities. The program concludes with the academic degree 'Bachelor of Arts' and includes state recognition as a social pedagogue and social worker. The program develops comprehensive expertise in key areas such as social science and pedagogical foundations, legal and political frameworks of social work, psychological understanding of development processes, professional handling of child welfare endangerment, participatory approaches and children's rights, counseling and communication skills, methods of empirical social research, and diversity-sensitive and inclusive work approaches.
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The dual Bachelor's program in Child and Youth Services combines solid theoretical foundations with intensive practical experience in suitable child and youth welfare institutions. As a practice-integrated distance learning program with regular on-campus phases at Koblenz University of Applied Sciences, it enables students to apply and reflect on scientific knowledge directly in their professional activities. The program concludes with the academic degree 'Bachelor of Arts' and includes state recognition as a social pedagogue and social worker. The program develops comprehensive expertise in key areas such as social science and pedagogical foundations, legal and political frameworks of social work, psychological understanding of development processes, professional handling of child welfare endangerment, participatory approaches and children's rights, counseling and communication skills, methods of empirical social research, and diversity-sensitive and inclusive work approaches.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Kinder- Jugendhilfe at Hochschule Koblenz

Is Kinder- Jugendhilfe at Hochschule Koblenz 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 Kinder- Jugendhilfe 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 Kinder- Jugendhilfe at Hochschule Koblenz?

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 Kinder- Jugendhilfe?

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 Koblenz — 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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