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Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Pedagogy and Social Work in the Migration SocietyPedagogy and Social Work in Migration Society

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

This Bachelor's degree programme has been specially designed for refugees and migrants who have faced significant disruptions and obstacles throughout their qualification and academic careers. The programme's curriculum and teaching formats have been developed to reflect the students' previous education, linguistic proficiency, comparative skills and academic experiences. This way, students have the opportunity to further develop their skills and expertise as educators and are better prepared for future careers as educational specialists in Germany or abroad. In view of the prevailing demographic trends, this programme has a strong focus on education in migration societies. The programme comprises 15 modules taught within the standard period of study (four semesters). It prepares students for both the world of work and a Master's degree in Educational Sciences.
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This Bachelor's degree programme has been specially designed for refugees and migrants who have faced significant disruptions and obstacles throughout their qualification and academic careers. The programme's curriculum and teaching formats have been developed to reflect the students' previous education, linguistic proficiency, comparative skills and academic experiences. This way, students have the opportunity to further develop their skills and expertise as educators and are better prepared for future careers as educational specialists in Germany or abroad. In view of the prevailing demographic trends, this programme has a strong focus on education in migration societies. The programme comprises 15 modules taught within the standard period of study (four semesters). It prepares students for both the world of work and a Master's degree in Educational Sciences.

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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

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

Pedagogy and Social Work

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Pedagogy and Social Work in the Migration Society at Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg

Is Pedagogy and Social Work in the Migration Society at Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg 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 Pedagogy and Social Work in the Migration Society 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 Pedagogy and Social Work in the Migration Society at Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg?

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 Pedagogy and Social Work in the Migration Society?

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 Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg — 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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