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Master German Social Sciences

Social Work as a Human Rights Profession

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Social Work as a Human Rights Profession (MSW) is a part-time continuing education program aimed at practitioners in educational and social institutions who recognize human rights as the umbrella and basis of their profession. The program is modularised and divided into five modules with a total of 17 courses, offered as monthly four-day courses in the first year and monthly three-day block courses in the second year. The study program begins with a 14-day spring university, and the 2nd year ends with a one-week project presentation series. The Master's thesis is written in the fifth semester and can be used as the basis for a dissertation. The aim of the program is to train professionals who can incorporate and implement human rights issues in teaching, in domestic and/or international practice projects and within their own organisations.
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The Social Work as a Human Rights Profession (MSW) is a part-time continuing education program aimed at practitioners in educational and social institutions who recognize human rights as the umbrella and basis of their profession. The program is modularised and divided into five modules with a total of 17 courses, offered as monthly four-day courses in the first year and monthly three-day block courses in the second year. The study program begins with a 14-day spring university, and the 2nd year ends with a one-week project presentation series. The Master's thesis is written in the fifth semester and can be used as the basis for a dissertation. The aim of the program is to train professionals who can incorporate and implement human rights issues in teaching, in domestic and/or international practice projects and within their own organisations.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Social Work as a Human Rights Profession at Evangelische Hochschule Berlin

Is Social Work as a Human Rights Profession at Evangelische Hochschule Berlin 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 Social Work as a Human Rights Profession 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 Social Work as a Human Rights Profession at Evangelische Hochschule Berlin?

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 Social Work as a Human Rights Profession?

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 Evangelische Hochschule Berlin — 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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