Ehe-, Familien- und Lebensberatung
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Key Facts
Degree
Master of Counseling
Duration
8 Semesters
Type
Postgraduate
Accreditation
Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)
Until Sep 2028
Language
Deutsch
Campus
Köln
Intakes per Year
1
Intake
Winter and Summer
Part-time, 8 semesters, 120 ECTS; new cohort every two years at one of three locations (Koeln/Muenster/Paderborn); next start WiSe 2026/27 in Muenster; tuition 3000-3500 EUR/year
German Requirement
C1 (TestDaF, DSH, or Feststellungspruefung Deutsch)
Entrance Test
Selection interviews (individual and group)
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The Master of Counseling programme in Ehe-, Familien- und Lebensberatung is offered by Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen - Catholic University of Applied Sciences, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Köln, Germany, with a standard duration of 8 semesters (approximately 4 years). The teaching language is Deutsch; the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. GradGermany guides international students through the complete application process for German universities — including document preparation, language requirements, visa processing, and finding accommodation.
Language Requirements
German — C1 (TestDaF, DSH, or Deutsch part of Feststellungspruefung)
Entry Requirements
English Proficiency
For the English-taught exchange programme 'Social Work and Exclusion', applicants must hold an English language certificate at B2 level (CEFR). The official site does not publish specific IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, or Duolingo score requirements for this or any other programme; most degree programmes at katho are taught in German, not English.
German Language
C1 (TestDaF, DSH, or Feststellungspruefung Deutsch)
Entrance Test
Selection interviews (individual and group)
Application Periods
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Admission Requirements
The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.
Academic Qualifications
- First professional higher education degree in Psychology, Social Work, Social Pedagogy, Education, Healing/Inclusive Pedagogy, Childhood Pedagogy, Theology, Medicine, or Law (or equivalent)
Additional Requirements
- At least 1 year relevant professional experience
- Internship placement at a marriage/family/life counseling center (required for admission)
- Selection procedure with individual and group interviews
- Max 30 participants per location per cohort
Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen - Catholic University of Applied Sciences welcomes international applicants for its Master of Counseling in Ehe-, Familien- und Lebensberatung in Köln. You will typically need a recognised secondary school certificate (or equivalent), language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.
The programme runs for 8 semesters (approximately 4 years).
The teaching language is Deutsch. Check the programme's admission page for specific language certificate requirements.
Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.
You can apply via uni-assist or directly through the university's admissions portal. GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.
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