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Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut
Master German Social Sciences

Social work Clinical social workClinical Social Work

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut Landshut · Bavaria

About the Program

The aim of the consecutive, application-oriented Master's degree programme in Social Work: Clinical Social Work is to provide students with specific qualifications for professional work in health-related social work. The Master's in Clinical Social Work teaches relevant knowledge and skills for later practical and academic work in the broad field of health-related social work. Clinical means "treating", i.e. working therapeutically or socio-therapeutically. This term does not (only) refer to inpatient settings, but to a very wide variety of settings and areas of application. Important contents are the topics: Diagnostics, motivational work, shaping relationships, conducting conversations, working with difficult clients, etc. Students will also acquire research skills (qualitative and quantitative social research), leadership skills and networking skills. Clinical social work covers a wide range of areas such as psychiatry, therapy facilities, child and youth welfare, trauma management, victim-offender support, addiction counselling, re-socialisation and care for the elderly.
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The aim of the consecutive, application-oriented Master's degree programme in Social Work: Clinical Social Work is to provide students with specific qualifications for professional work in health-related social work. The Master's in Clinical Social Work teaches relevant knowledge and skills for later practical and academic work in the broad field of health-related social work. Clinical means "treating", i.e. working therapeutically or socio-therapeutically. This term does not (only) refer to inpatient settings, but to a very wide variety of settings and areas of application. Important contents are the topics: Diagnostics, motivational work, shaping relationships, conducting conversations, working with difficult clients, etc. Students will also acquire research skills (qualitative and quantitative social research), leadership skills and networking skills. Clinical social work covers a wide range of areas such as psychiatry, therapy facilities, child and youth welfare, trauma management, victim-offender support, addiction counselling, re-socialisation and care for the elderly.

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How do I apply to Social work Clinical social work at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut?

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 Clinical social work at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut

Is Social work Clinical social work at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Landshut 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 Clinical 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 Clinical social work 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 Clinical 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 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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