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Hochschule Koblenz
Master German Social Sciences

Kindheits- und SozialwissenschaftenChildhood and Social Sciences

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program in Childhood and Social Sciences (MAKS) offers practice-oriented scientific further education in the field of professional work with children aged 0-14 years. As a part-time distance learning program, it allows you to expand your professional expertise while remaining employed. You benefit from a flexible study design that is tailored to your individual interests and career goals, combining practical experience with scientific foundation. The program offers five different specialization areas: Management and Consulting, Child Protection and Diagnostics, Movement and Health, Trauma Pedagogy, and Kita-Social Space Work.

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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

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

Childhood and Social Sciences

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Kindheits- und Sozialwissenschaften at Hochschule Koblenz

Is Kindheits- und Sozialwissenschaften at Hochschule Koblenz 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 Kindheits- und Sozialwissenschaften programme cost? ▼

1.650 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Kindheits- und Sozialwissenschaften 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 Kindheits- und Sozialwissenschaften? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). 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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