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Master German Social Sciences

Social Work – Counselling and Case Management

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Katholische Hochschule Mainz Mainz · Rhineland-Palatinate

About the Program

This Master's degree qualifies you in particular for social case work, in which you work with individual clients or families rather than with groups and the community. It aims to support people with addiction problems, or young people who require intensive help with social integration. The course specialisation in counselling and case management additionally opens up many further career prospects across practical fields, while you will also have the opportunity of studying for a doctorate later on. The degree programme focuses on the two main fields of counselling and case management. Case management is an approach that is applied in health and social care whenever a particularly complex case requires coordinated action. In such instances, case managers manage the support according to need. While counselling focuses on the functional relationship between the counsellor and the counselling recipient or client, case management is largely concerned with arranging the support. Furthermore, the programme imparts legal, ethical and situational content from non-profit management. In order to apply and deepen your newly acquired knowledge, during the second and third semesters you will independently conduct a research project in cooperation with a practical institution.
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This Master's degree qualifies you in particular for social case work, in which you work with individual clients or families rather than with groups and the community. It aims to support people with addiction problems, or young people who require intensive help with social integration. The course specialisation in counselling and case management additionally opens up many further career prospects across practical fields, while you will also have the opportunity of studying for a doctorate later on. The degree programme focuses on the two main fields of counselling and case management. Case management is an approach that is applied in health and social care whenever a particularly complex case requires coordinated action. In such instances, case managers manage the support according to need. While counselling focuses on the functional relationship between the counsellor and the counselling recipient or client, case management is largely concerned with arranging the support. Furthermore, the programme imparts legal, ethical and situational content from non-profit management. In order to apply and deepen your newly acquired knowledge, during the second and third semesters you will independently conduct a research project in cooperation with a practical institution.

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

Social Work

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How do I apply to Social Work – Counselling and Case Management at Katholische Hochschule Mainz?

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 Social Work – Counselling and Case Management at Katholische Hochschule Mainz

Is Social Work – Counselling and Case Management at Katholische Hochschule Mainz 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 – Counselling and Case Management 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 – Counselling and Case Management at Katholische Hochschule Mainz? ▼

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 – Counselling and Case Management? ▼

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 Katholische Hochschule Mainz — 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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