HOCHSCHULE DÜSSELDORF · GERMANY
MA Psychosocial Counselling
Master's · Taught in de
At a glance
18 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€0k
Tuition / yr
de
Language
Master's
Level
The MA Psychosocial Counselling program focuses on the formal and informal communication processes that help individuals and communities enhance their personal and social resources. This field is crucial in social work and early childhood education. The program builds upon practical knowledge gained from bachelor's degrees and professional experience, emphasizing reflective competences vital for effective psychosocial counselling. It integrates counselling practice with counselling research, offering a blend of theoretical and practical learning aligned with the university of applied sciences approach. Graduates will be equipped with both research and practical counselling skills.
Careers
This program equips you with skills for various counselling roles across different age groups and settings, as well as for counselling research. It prepares you for positions in institutions offering direct or indirect counselling services, family support, school social work, social psychiatric facilities, and private practice.
- Counselling for clients of any age and their relatives
- Counselling research and evaluation
- Institutions providing explicit or implicit counselling services (e.g., open childhood and youth work, parent counselling, work with older people)
- Counselling in cooperation with families (family centres, family education centres)
- Day care for children, all-day schools
- School social work
- Psychosocial counselling services
- Social psychiatric and sociotherapeutic facilities
- Private and freelance counselling services
Frequently asked questions
- What are the admission requirements for the MA Psychosocial Counselling program?
- Applicants need a Bachelor's degree (or comparable) in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, or a comparable program, with an overall grade of 2.5 or better (German grading system). Proof of relevant practical experience and academic achievements is also required.
- What are the tuition fees for international students?
- There are no tuition fees for Master's programs at Hochschule Düsseldorf, including the MA Psychosocial Counselling. However, students are required to pay semester contribution fees.
- What are the estimated living costs in Düsseldorf, Germany?
- Estimated living costs are approximately €859 per month. The German government recommends proving financial means of €934 per month (€11,208 per year) for visa purposes (as of 2023).
- When does the MA Psychosocial Counselling program start?
- The program typically starts in the Winter semester. Specific application periods should be checked directly with the university's admissions section.
- What career opportunities are available after completing this program?
- Graduates are equipped for various counselling roles, including counselling for clients of any age, counselling research, and positions in institutions offering direct or indirect counselling services. This includes family support, school social work, and social psychiatric facilities.
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degree or comparable degree in Social Work or Early Childhood Education (or a comparable study programme)Overall grade of 2.5 or better (German grading system)
Relevant practical experience and academic achievementsProof required
Application with a provisional grade is possible.
Fees
Tuition (international)No tuition fees for Master's programs at Hochschule Düsseldorf. There are semester contribution fees.
Tuition (home)No tuition fees for Master's programs at Hochschule Düsseldorf. There are semester contribution fees.
LivingEstimated living costs are approximately €859 per month.
Students are responsible for their living costs. The German government recommends an amount to prove financial means for a visa. The current recommended amount is €934 per month (as of 2023) which sums to €11,208 per year. This amount is subject to change.
How to apply
1. Check Admission RequirementsEnsure you meet the general and special admission requirements, including a relevant Bachelor's degree with a minimum grade and proof of practical experience.
2. Gather Required DocumentsPrepare all necessary academic transcripts, degree certificates, proof of practical experience, and any other documents specified in the application guidelines.
3. Submit ApplicationApply through the designated portal or method provided for degree-seeking or exchange students. Applications with a provisional grade are accepted.
Frequently asked questions
What are the admission requirements for the MA Psychosocial Counselling program?
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Applicants need a Bachelor's degree (or comparable) in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, or a comparable program, with an overall grade of 2.5 or better (German grading system). Proof of relevant practical experience and academic achievements is also required.
What are the tuition fees for international students?
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There are no tuition fees for Master's programs at Hochschule Düsseldorf, including the MA Psychosocial Counselling. However, students are required to pay semester contribution fees.
What are the estimated living costs in Düsseldorf, Germany?
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Estimated living costs are approximately €859 per month. The German government recommends proving financial means of €934 per month (€11,208 per year) for visa purposes (as of 2023).
When does the MA Psychosocial Counselling program start?
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The program typically starts in the Winter semester. Specific application periods should be checked directly with the university's admissions section.
What career opportunities are available after completing this program?
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Graduates are equipped for various counselling roles, including counselling for clients of any age, counselling research, and positions in institutions offering direct or indirect counselling services. This includes family support, school social work, and social psychiatric facilities.