Skip to content
Evangelische Hochschule für Soziale Arbeit & Diakonie

About the Program

The Master's program in Social Work (full-time) consists of 7 modules with a total of 120 ECTS credits. The program is structured into three segments: General Study Section (68 credits), Research and Development Workshop (24 credits), and Master Thesis (28 credits). The curriculum includes modules on professional practice foundations, planning and development in social work, research methods, participation and exclusion from an intersectional perspective, and leadership in social work organizations.
Show the original English text
The Master's program in Social Work (full-time) consists of 7 modules with a total of 120 ECTS credits. The program is structured into three segments: General Study Section (68 credits), Research and Development Workshop (24 credits), and Master Thesis (28 credits). The curriculum includes modules on professional practice foundations, planning and development in social work, research methods, participation and exclusion from an intersectional perspective, and leadership in social work organizations.

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

Related profession searches from Bundesagentur für Arbeit (BERUFENET) data:

Explore all professions →

Subjects / Topic Areas

Social Work

Similar Programs

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Social Work - at Evangelische Hochschule für Soziale Arbeit & Diakonie

Is Social Work - at Evangelische Hochschule für Soziale Arbeit & Diakonie 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 Evangelische Hochschule für Soziale Arbeit & 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 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 für Soziale Arbeit & 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.

📬 Get the weekly Germany guide in your inbox

New blog posts, application deadlines, scholarship announcements. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Weekly Germany guide — 1–2 emails/week, no spam.

📬 Weekly Germany guide delivered to your inbox

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.