B.A.

Soziale Arbeit in Potsdam, Germany

Fachhochschule Potsdam

Key Facts

Degree

B.A.

Duration

6 Semesters

Type

Undergraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2026

uni-assist

Required

ECTS Credits

180 ECTS

Language

German

Campus

Potsdam

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: None (public university); semester contribution ~€310

Non-EU / International

tuition:: None (public university); semester contribution ~€310

The B.A. programme in Soziale Arbeit is offered by Fachhochschule Potsdam, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Potsdam, Germany, spanning 6 semesters (180 ECTS credits). 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. International applicants apply through uni-assist. 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 or equivalent

Application Periods

Winter Semester Semester

Entry: 15 Jul

Admission Requirements

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

Academic Qualifications

Hochschulzugangsberechtigung (HZB) — Abitur, Fachhochschulreife, or equivalent

Additional Requirements

Yes (zulassungsbeschränkt / restricted admission — high demand)
Full-time programme; includes practical semester; one of the most popular programmes at FH Potsdam

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

Locations

Potsdam

Subject Areas

Subject Groups

Social Sciences & Psychology

Study Fields

Beratung Soziale Arbeit Sozialpädagogik

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Fachhochschule Potsdam welcomes international applicants for its B.A. in Soziale Arbeit in Potsdam. 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 6 semesters (approximately 3 years), totalling 180 ECTS credits.

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 (€11,208/year), and living expenses.

International applicants apply through uni-assist (the central application platform for German universities). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.