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Bachelor German Social Sciences

Soziale Arbeit berufsbegleitendSocial Work

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

This is a part-time, practice-integrated Bachelor's program in Social Work designed for educators, special education teachers, and professionals without pedagogical qualifications who want to develop further or pursue new paths in social work. The program recognizes prior qualifications and offers flexible study concepts compatible with professional activities. Students study in small groups with targeted support and can set individual focus areas in management, counseling, special education/inclusive pedagogy, or diaconia. The program aims to prepare students for meaningful work that fulfills them and allows them to sustainably support others. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work with state recognition as social workers.
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This is a part-time, practice-integrated Bachelor's program in Social Work designed for educators, special education teachers, and professionals without pedagogical qualifications who want to develop further or pursue new paths in social work. The program recognizes prior qualifications and offers flexible study concepts compatible with professional activities. Students study in small groups with targeted support and can set individual focus areas in management, counseling, special education/inclusive pedagogy, or diaconia. The program aims to prepare students for meaningful work that fulfills them and allows them to sustainably support others. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work with state recognition as social workers.

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 Soziale Arbeit berufsbegleitend at Fachhochschule der Diakonie

Is Soziale Arbeit berufsbegleitend at Fachhochschule der Diakonie 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 Soziale Arbeit berufsbegleitend programme cost?

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

What are the admission requirements for Soziale Arbeit berufsbegleitend at Fachhochschule der Diakonie?

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 Soziale Arbeit berufsbegleitend?

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 Fachhochschule der Diakonie — 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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