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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg
Master German Social Sciences

Applied Family Sciences

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg Hamburg · Hamburg

About the Program

HAW is the first and thus far only higher education institution in a German-speaking country to offer an Applied Family Sciences degree course. Designed to be studied alongside part-time professional work, it has an interdisciplinary structure and aims to train managers and specialists for a range of professional career areas involving working with and around families. This continuing education degree course, studied part-time over five semesters, is targeted towards professionals experienced in the field of working with families who wish to update their academic and research knowledge in family sciences and advance their careers by aiming for academic and/or management positions. The curriculum explores families through an interdisciplinary structure, examining historical, cultural, economic, political, clinical, psychological, legal and sociological aspects of the family, teaching academic and theoretical content and professional skills in continuous reference to professional practice.
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HAW is the first and thus far only higher education institution in a German-speaking country to offer an Applied Family Sciences degree course. Designed to be studied alongside part-time professional work, it has an interdisciplinary structure and aims to train managers and specialists for a range of professional career areas involving working with and around families. This continuing education degree course, studied part-time over five semesters, is targeted towards professionals experienced in the field of working with families who wish to update their academic and research knowledge in family sciences and advance their careers by aiming for academic and/or management positions. The curriculum explores families through an interdisciplinary structure, examining historical, cultural, economic, political, clinical, psychological, legal and sociological aspects of the family, teaching academic and theoretical content and professional skills in continuous reference to professional practice.

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Family Sciences

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How do I apply to Applied Family Sciences at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg?

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 Applied Family Sciences at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg

Is Applied Family Sciences at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg 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 Applied Family Sciences programme cost? ▼

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

What are the admission requirements for Applied Family Sciences at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg? ▼

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 Applied Family Sciences? ▼

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 Hamburg — 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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