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Hochschule der Bundesagentur für Arbeit
Master German Social Sciences

Masterstudiengang Arbeitsmarktorientierte BeratungCareer Counseling

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Hochschule der Bundesagentur für Arbeit Mannheim · Baden-Württemberg

About the Program

The Master's program in Labor Market-Oriented Counseling (Arbeitsmarktorientierte Beratung) is a part-time continuing education program where students can earn 120 ECTS points over five semesters. The program aims to consistently develop students' knowledge and skills, particularly in the field of labor market-oriented counseling. It promotes counseling competence in changing labor markets, contributing to preparation for future strategic challenges and ensuring the performance of the Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit). During the program, students gain counseling-related competencies in the areas of education and profession, labor market and labor market policy, as well as management and leadership. All three study fields are linked to counseling. In the third and fourth semesters, students can choose specializations. Teaching and research projects form the basis for the master's thesis in the fifth semester. The program structure includes mandatory modules (P) and elective modules (WP). In the first and second semesters, students take five modules of 5 ECTS points each. In the third and fourth semesters, they choose four modules per semester, each worth 6 ECTS points. Of the total 120 ECTS points, 20 points are allocated to the master's thesis and 2 points to the master's colloquium, with the remaining 98 points covered by mandatory and elective modules.
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The Master's program in Labor Market-Oriented Counseling (Arbeitsmarktorientierte Beratung) is a part-time continuing education program where students can earn 120 ECTS points over five semesters. The program aims to consistently develop students' knowledge and skills, particularly in the field of labor market-oriented counseling. It promotes counseling competence in changing labor markets, contributing to preparation for future strategic challenges and ensuring the performance of the Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit). During the program, students gain counseling-related competencies in the areas of education and profession, labor market and labor market policy, as well as management and leadership. All three study fields are linked to counseling. In the third and fourth semesters, students can choose specializations. Teaching and research projects form the basis for the master's thesis in the fifth semester. The program structure includes mandatory modules (P) and elective modules (WP). In the first and second semesters, students take five modules of 5 ECTS points each. In the third and fourth semesters, they choose four modules per semester, each worth 6 ECTS points. Of the total 120 ECTS points, 20 points are allocated to the master's thesis and 2 points to the master's colloquium, with the remaining 98 points covered by mandatory and elective modules.

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)

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Labor Market-Oriented Counseling

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How do I apply to Masterstudiengang Arbeitsmarktorientierte Beratung at Hochschule der Bundesagentur für Arbeit?

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 Masterstudiengang Arbeitsmarktorientierte Beratung at Hochschule der Bundesagentur für Arbeit

Is Masterstudiengang Arbeitsmarktorientierte Beratung at Hochschule der Bundesagentur für Arbeit 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 Masterstudiengang Arbeitsmarktorientierte Beratung 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 Masterstudiengang Arbeitsmarktorientierte Beratung at Hochschule der Bundesagentur für Arbeit? ▼

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 Masterstudiengang Arbeitsmarktorientierte Beratung? ▼

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 der Bundesagentur für Arbeit — 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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