Bachelor
German
Social Sciences
KindheitspädagogikEarly Childhood Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
About the Program
The Bachelor's degree course in childhood education at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences provides comprehensive skills for professional educational work with children aged 0 to 12 and their families. The program offers in-depth specialist knowledge and practical skills for qualified educational design. It focuses on educational science fundamentals, developmental psychology, empirical social research, early educational diagnostics, and methods for gender-sensitive, intercultural and inclusive educational design. A special feature is the close integration of theory and practice through extensive practical phases, including work shadowing in the first semester and a 60-day internship in the fifth semester. The six-semester course is systematically structured, covering educational science basics, childhood education profession, child development, pedagogical diagnostics, language development, motor skills, social and emotional development, and organizational aspects. Graduates can work as educational specialists in childcare facilities, specialist advisors for daycare centers, early intervention specialists, managers of family centers, educational specialists in open child and youth work, or in educational advice centers.
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The Bachelor's degree course in childhood education at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences provides comprehensive skills for professional educational work with children aged 0 to 12 and their families. The program offers in-depth specialist knowledge and practical skills for qualified educational design. It focuses on educational science fundamentals, developmental psychology, empirical social research, early educational diagnostics, and methods for gender-sensitive, intercultural and inclusive educational design. A special feature is the close integration of theory and practice through extensive practical phases, including work shadowing in the first semester and a 60-day internship in the fifth semester. The six-semester course is systematically structured, covering educational science basics, childhood education profession, child development, pedagogical diagnostics, language development, motor skills, social and emotional development, and organizational aspects. Graduates can work as educational specialists in childcare facilities, specialist advisors for daycare centers, early intervention specialists, managers of family centers, educational specialists in open child and youth work, or in educational advice centers.
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How do I apply to Kindheitspädagogik at Hochschule Zittau/Görlitz?
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.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Kindheitspädagogik at Hochschule Zittau/Görlitz
Is Kindheitspädagogik 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 Kindheitspädagogik 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 Kindheitspädagogik 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 Kindheitspädagogik? ▼
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.