Bachelor
German
Social Sciences
Soziale Arbeit
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
About the Program
This part-time Bachelor's program qualifies students for various fields of social work and prepares them to be change-makers for CVJM (YMCA), Diaconia, Church, and society. The program offers a holistic study experience through online learning units and on-campus phases at the CVJM campus in Kassel. The work at CVJM University is characterized by Christian spirituality and a diversity of denominational currents. Small learning groups enable good learning communities and direct, personal, and professional contact with teachers. Upon completion, graduates receive the title of 'State-recognized Social Worker'. The program has been offered for eight years and has qualified many students for diverse fields of social work.
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This part-time Bachelor's program qualifies students for various fields of social work and prepares them to be change-makers for CVJM (YMCA), Diaconia, Church, and society. The program offers a holistic study experience through online learning units and on-campus phases at the CVJM campus in Kassel. The work at CVJM University is characterized by Christian spirituality and a diversity of denominational currents. Small learning groups enable good learning communities and direct, personal, and professional contact with teachers. Upon completion, graduates receive the title of 'State-recognized Social Worker'. The program has been offered for eight years and has qualified many students for diverse fields of social work.
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How do I apply to Soziale Arbeit at CVJM-Hochschule?
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.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Soziale Arbeit at CVJM-Hochschule
Is Soziale Arbeit at CVJM-Hochschule 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 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 Soziale Arbeit at CVJM-Hochschule? ▼
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? ▼
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 CVJM-Hochschule — 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.