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Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin
Master German Social Sciences

Social Work - Critical Diversity and Community Studies

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The action-oriented master's program "Social Work - Critical Diversity and Community Studies" (abbreviated as KriDiCo in German) equips students to promote social justice by collaborating with state institutions, independent agencies, social movements, and diverse communities. Core to the curriculum are addressing power inequalities, employing an intersectional approach, and fostering community orientation. The program integrates critical diversity studies with community-based work, encompassing theories, concepts, strategies, and various domains of social work. It employs an intersectional approach to comprehend power relations in their simultaneity, contradictions, and interconnectedness. The program comprises six modules and culminates in a Master's thesis.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Social Work - Critical Diversity and Community Studies at Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin

Is Social Work - Critical Diversity and Community Studies at Alice Salomon 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 - Critical Diversity and Community Studies programme cost? ▼

360 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Social Work - Critical Diversity and Community Studies at Alice Salomon 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 - Critical Diversity and Community Studies? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Alice Salomon 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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