M.A. English 4 Semesters

Internationale Soziale Arbeit

Fachhochschule Erfurt Erfurt, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2030

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

180 ECTS

Language

English

Campus

Erfurt

Intakes per Year

Intake

Winter

Winter semester enrollment period: 01.05. - 31.05.

IELTS

IELTS 6.0 (each area) - only for English-taught Master's programmes (M.Eng. Sustainable En...

German Requirement

All other programmes: German C1 CEFR. Accepted: TestDaF min. 4x4 points, DSH-II, DSD II, G...

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Fachhochschule Erfurt

Fachhochschulen / HAW · Thüringen

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: No tuition fees (Thuringia state FH); semester contribution ~€250

Non-EU / International

tuition:: No tuition fees; semester contribution ~€250

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Fachhochschule Erfurt, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Erfurt, Germany offers an M.A. in Internationale Soziale Arbeit, spanning 4 semesters (180 ECTS credits). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

English — English B2 required

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

English language instruction

German Language

All other programmes: German C1 CEFR. Accepted: TestDaF min. 4x4 points, DSH-II, DSD II, Goethe-Zertifikat C2, OSD C2, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule. Conditional admission possible with B2 (C1 certificate due by end of second semester); provisional application possible at B1 if B2 proven before studies start.

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Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Additional Requirements

Study duration: 4 semesters
Full-time study
15-week work placement abroad included
Research-oriented thesis required

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Erfurt

Subject Groups

Social Sciences & Psychology

Study Fields

Soziale Arbeit

Study Forms

Präsenzstudiengang Teilzeit Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Fachhochschule Erfurt welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Internationale Soziale Arbeit in Erfurt. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 180 ECTS credits.

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

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.

Applications are submitted directly to Fachhochschule Erfurt's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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