HOCHSCHULE DÜSSELDORF · GERMANY
Social Work / Social Pedagogy (BA)
Bachelor's · Taught in de
At a glance
21 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€0k
Tuition / yr
de
Language
Bachelor's
Level
The Bachelor of Arts program in Social Work / Social Pedagogy at Hochschule Düsseldorf prepares you for various roles in public service social work. Graduates are eligible for further academic study in consecutive Master's programs. The curriculum focuses on developing essential skills and includes supervised practical experience. Students have the flexibility to choose specialized areas of study within a modular structure, allowing for individual course selection each semester. The program covers a broad range of subjects including administration, education science, law, social work methods, political science, psychology, social medicine, social philosophy, sociology, and disability studies. It also incorporates elements of culture, aesthetics, and media, such as fine arts, literature, music, new media, performative arts, physical education, and video. This program meets the legal requirements for social professions in Germany, and upon demonstrating professional and personal aptitude, graduates are awarded state approval.
Careers
Graduates are qualified for a wide range of professional fields in social work and social pedagogy. The program also facilitates further academic specialization through Master's degrees.
- Work with disabled persons (residential groups, workshops, clinics)
- Family and social counselling (social services departments, addiction advice centers)
- Community work and work with older people (neighborhood centers, residential homes)
- Gender-specific and intercultural social work (women's refuges, community centers)
- Employment integration (education centers, centers for unemployed persons)
- Child and youth welfare (youth welfare departments, non-statutory agencies)
- Cultural and media activities (culture and youth centers)
- Social work in schools, child and youth work (schools, youth centers, children’s clubs)
- Resocialisation (prisons, juvenile legal support)
Frequently asked questions
- What are the tuition fees for the Social Work / Social Pedagogy BA program?
- There are no tuition fees for the Bachelor's program, regardless of nationality. However, students are required to pay a semester contribution fee which covers administrative costs and a public transport ticket.
- What are the estimated living costs in Düsseldorf, Germany?
- Estimated living costs are approximately €828 per month, totaling around €9,936 per year. This covers various expenses including accommodation, food, and other personal costs.
- How do I apply to the Social Work / Social Pedagogy BA program?
- Applications are submitted online through the Hochschule Düsseldorf application portal. You need to gather all required academic documents and submit your application by the deadline.
- What is the application deadline for the Winter semester?
- The application deadline for the Winter semester is typically July 15th. Admission to this program is restricted, so it is important to apply on time.
- What career opportunities are available after graduating from this program?
- Graduates are qualified for roles in various fields such as work with disabled persons, family and social counselling, community work, child and youth welfare, and employment integration. The program also prepares you for further academic study at the Master's level.
Entry requirements
General admission requirementsRefer to the university's general admission requirements for degree-seeking students.
International applicants should refer to the specific information provided for degree-seeking international students.
Fees
Tuition (international)No tuition fees for the Bachelor's program. There is a semester contribution fee.
Tuition (home)No tuition fees for the Bachelor's program. There is a semester contribution fee.
LivingEstimated living costs are approximately €828 per month (€9,936 per year).
Students are required to pay a semester contribution fee which covers administrative costs and a public transport ticket. The exact amount can be found on the university's website.
How to apply
1. Check Application DeadlinesApplications for the Winter semester are typically due by July 15th.
2. Gather Required DocumentsPrepare all necessary academic transcripts, certificates, and any other required documents as per the university's guidelines for degree-seeking students.
3. Submit Application OnlineComplete and submit the online application form via the Hochschule Düsseldorf application portal.
4. Await Admission DecisionSuccessful applicants will be notified of the admission decision. Admission to this program is restricted.
Accreditation
The study program meets the legal requirements of the law on the approval of social professions in Germany (SobAG).
Frequently asked questions
What are the tuition fees for the Social Work / Social Pedagogy BA program?
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There are no tuition fees for the Bachelor's program, regardless of nationality. However, students are required to pay a semester contribution fee which covers administrative costs and a public transport ticket.
What are the estimated living costs in Düsseldorf, Germany?
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Estimated living costs are approximately €828 per month, totaling around €9,936 per year. This covers various expenses including accommodation, food, and other personal costs.
How do I apply to the Social Work / Social Pedagogy BA program?
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Applications are submitted online through the Hochschule Düsseldorf application portal. You need to gather all required academic documents and submit your application by the deadline.
What is the application deadline for the Winter semester?
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The application deadline for the Winter semester is typically July 15th. Admission to this program is restricted, so it is important to apply on time.
What career opportunities are available after graduating from this program?
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Graduates are qualified for roles in various fields such as work with disabled persons, family and social counselling, community work, child and youth welfare, and employment integration. The program also prepares you for further academic study at the Master's level.