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Hochschule RheinMain
Master German Social Sciences

Social Work

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

Social Work (M.A.) is a consecutive master's degree program with restricted admission. The core focus areas are theories of social work, current intervention strategies in the context of health care and legal aspects of social work or generalist social work, social management as well as research methodology and, if applicable, preparation for doctoral studies. The degree program is designed for graduates who are interested in learning more about developments, improvements, and interrelationships in social work from a theoretical, methodological, and social management perspective and who are aiming to work in a senior position in the future. The course content closely combines theory and practice, and includes a significant proportion dedicated to the field of management of social organizations and welfare economics. 80% of the classes are held on campus and 20% online in order to integrate modern teaching methods and enable innovative learning. Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work are well equipped for demanding and responsible roles within social work organizations. You will be able to carry out methodologically sound analyses of social issues in the context of social work research and take on management responsibilities. The degree also qualifies you to pursue a doctorate at the Doctoral Center for Social Work of the Hessian Universities of Applied Sciences.
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Social Work (M.A.) is a consecutive master's degree program with restricted admission. The core focus areas are theories of social work, current intervention strategies in the context of health care and legal aspects of social work or generalist social work, social management as well as research methodology and, if applicable, preparation for doctoral studies. The degree program is designed for graduates who are interested in learning more about developments, improvements, and interrelationships in social work from a theoretical, methodological, and social management perspective and who are aiming to work in a senior position in the future. The course content closely combines theory and practice, and includes a significant proportion dedicated to the field of management of social organizations and welfare economics. 80% of the classes are held on campus and 20% online in order to integrate modern teaching methods and enable innovative learning. Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Work are well equipped for demanding and responsible roles within social work organizations. You will be able to carry out methodologically sound analyses of social issues in the context of social work research and take on management responsibilities. The degree also qualifies you to pursue a doctorate at the Doctoral Center for Social Work of the Hessian Universities of Applied 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 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Social Work at Hochschule RheinMain

Is Social Work at Hochschule RheinMain 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 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 at Hochschule RheinMain?

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?

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 RheinMain — 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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