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Evangelische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Social Work

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Evangelische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe Bochum · North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Program

The study programme Social Work enables graduates to practice professionally in the vocational field of social work. This includes relevant scientific basic knowledge, methodology, theories and models. The programme comprises a systematic foundation of knowledge about societal contexts, patterns of human behavior, development and perception of people in current social environments. It includes an understanding of professional ethics, enabling the graduates to practice in a socially responsible, reflective and value-oriented way. Graduates have a wide scope of knowledge and abilities which enable them to work in a variety of sectors within the field of social work, and can evaluate and reflect this on the basis of their academic education. The studies train skills and abilities in communication, self-reflection and creativity, as well as presentation techniques. The study programme includes practice placements of 100 days, which are supervised by teaching staff. The course is structured around five levels of learning and contains 22 modules: Foundation knowledge and levels of understanding (6 modules), Principles of professional action (2 modules), Interdisciplinary fields of action (4 modules), Lifeworld-oriented areas of practice (8 modules), Professional identity in scholarship and for professional practice (1 module), and Bachelor Thesis.
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The study programme Social Work enables graduates to practice professionally in the vocational field of social work. This includes relevant scientific basic knowledge, methodology, theories and models. The programme comprises a systematic foundation of knowledge about societal contexts, patterns of human behavior, development and perception of people in current social environments. It includes an understanding of professional ethics, enabling the graduates to practice in a socially responsible, reflective and value-oriented way. Graduates have a wide scope of knowledge and abilities which enable them to work in a variety of sectors within the field of social work, and can evaluate and reflect this on the basis of their academic education. The studies train skills and abilities in communication, self-reflection and creativity, as well as presentation techniques. The study programme includes practice placements of 100 days, which are supervised by teaching staff. The course is structured around five levels of learning and contains 22 modules: Foundation knowledge and levels of understanding (6 modules), Principles of professional action (2 modules), Interdisciplinary fields of action (4 modules), Lifeworld-oriented areas of practice (8 modules), Professional identity in scholarship and for professional practice (1 module), and Bachelor Thesis.

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How do I apply to Social Work at Evangelische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe?

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 Social Work at Evangelische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe

Is Social Work at Evangelische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe 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 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 Evangelische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe? ▼

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 Evangelische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe — 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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