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Master of Social Work, M.S.W. German 5 Semesters

Soziale Arbeit als Menschenrechtsprofession

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Key Facts

Degree

Master of Social Work, M.S.W.

Duration

5 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2031

uni-assist

Not Required

Language

German

Campus

Berlin

Intakes per Year

1

Intake

Summer

German Requirement

All degree programmes at KHSB are taught exclusively in German (the official international...

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The Master of Social Work, M.S.W. programme in Soziale Arbeit als Menschenrechtsprofession is offered by Katholische Hochschule für Sozialwesen Berlin (KHSB) - Staatlich anerkannte Fachhochschule für Sozialwesen, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Berlin, Germany, with a standard duration of 5 semesters (approximately 2.5 years). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). 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 DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4 (German-taught programme)

Entry Requirements

German Language

All degree programmes at KHSB are taught exclusively in German (the official international-students page states: "Da an der KHSB ausschliesslich in deutscher Sprache gelehrt wird"). Applicants with a foreign higher education entrance qualification must additionally prove sufficient German language proficiency at C1 level ("Niveau C1 Hochschule") as part of the general admission requirements.

Verified from the university's official page

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.

Academic Qualifications

  • Berufsqualifizierender Hochschulabschluss sowie zusätzlich eine daran anschließende qualifizierte berufspraktische Erfahrung von in der Regel nicht unter einem Jahr.

Additional Requirements

  • Hochschulabschluss und mind. einjährige Berufserfahrung
  • Wünschenswert: zweijährige Berufserfahrung in der Sozialen Arbeit
  • Bitte füllen Sie unser Bewerbungsformular online aus. In dem Formular laden Sie bitte Ihre Bewerbungsunterlagen als ein zusammengeführtes PDF-Dokument hoch.

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

Locations

Berlin

Study Fields

Soziale Arbeit

Study Forms

Teilzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Katholische Hochschule für Sozialwesen Berlin (KHSB) - Staatlich anerkannte Fachhochschule für Sozialwesen welcomes international applicants for its Master of Social Work, M.S.W. in Soziale Arbeit als Menschenrechtsprofession in Berlin. 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 5 semesters (approximately 2.5 years).

This programme is taught in German. You will need to prove German proficiency, typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4. Some universities accept Goethe-Zertifikat C1.

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 Katholische Hochschule für Sozialwesen Berlin (KHSB) - Staatlich anerkannte Fachhochschule für Sozialwesen'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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