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Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Social work in child and youth services

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The aim of the undergraduate Bachelor's degree programme in Social Work in Child and Youth Welfare is to enable students to act independently and professionally in various fields of social work practice - in particular in the fields of child and youth welfare - on the basis of scientific theories and well-founded methods of action. From the third semester onwards, specialisation takes place in the field of child and youth welfare. Until then, basic theories and fields of action as well as the legal foundations of social work are learnt. The degree programme promotes actions based on human rights and ethical principles, including rights to physical integrity, dignity, personal integrity, self-determination, participation, involvement and diversity. Skills such as empathy, self-reflection, communication skills and teamwork ability are strengthened during the programme.
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The aim of the undergraduate Bachelor's degree programme in Social Work in Child and Youth Welfare is to enable students to act independently and professionally in various fields of social work practice - in particular in the fields of child and youth welfare - on the basis of scientific theories and well-founded methods of action. From the third semester onwards, specialisation takes place in the field of child and youth welfare. Until then, basic theories and fields of action as well as the legal foundations of social work are learnt. The degree programme promotes actions based on human rights and ethical principles, including rights to physical integrity, dignity, personal integrity, self-determination, participation, involvement and diversity. Skills such as empathy, self-reflection, communication skills and teamwork ability are strengthened during the programme.

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

Social Work

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Social work in child and youth services at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut

Is Social work in child and youth services at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut 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 Social work in child and youth services 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 in child and youth services at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut?

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 in child and youth services?

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 für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut — 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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