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Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen
Master German Social Sciences

Soziale Arbeit

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program in Social Work prepares students for more complex activities and leadership positions in social work and provides access to higher civil service. Students deepen their knowledge and skills from their Bachelor's studies, specialize in a chosen focus area, and conduct research on questions in the related field of work. The program is research and development-oriented, with a focus on application-oriented research. Students address questions from a practical field of their specialization and work on them within the framework of research and development projects. This enhances their competencies in empirical social research methods and teaches them to research complex questions and develop, test, and evaluate innovative methods for practical fields.
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The Master's program in Social Work prepares students for more complex activities and leadership positions in social work and provides access to higher civil service. Students deepen their knowledge and skills from their Bachelor's studies, specialize in a chosen focus area, and conduct research on questions in the related field of work. The program is research and development-oriented, with a focus on application-oriented research. Students address questions from a practical field of their specialization and work on them within the framework of research and development projects. This enhances their competencies in empirical social research methods and teaches them to research complex questions and develop, test, and evaluate innovative methods for practical fields.

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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Soziale Arbeit at Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen

Is Soziale Arbeit at Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen 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 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 Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen?

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 Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen — 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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