B.A.

Soziale Arbeit in Essen, Germany

Universität Duisburg-Essen

Key Facts

Degree

B.A.

Duration

6 Semesters

Type

Undergraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2026

uni-assist

Required

Language

German

Campus

Campus Essen

Intakes per Year

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: None (public university)

Non-EU / International

tuition:: None

The B.A. programme in Soziale Arbeit is offered by Universität Duisburg-Essen, an Universitäten in Essen, Germany, with a standard duration of 6 semesters (approximately 3 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. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). 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.

Application Periods

Winter Semester Semester

Entry: 15 Jun/15 Jul

Summer Semester Semester

Entry: 15 Jan/15 Dec

Admission Requirements

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

Academic Qualifications

Allgemeine Hochschulreife (Abitur) oder

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

Locations

Essen

Subject Areas

Subject Groups

Social Sciences & Psychology

Study Fields

Soziale Arbeit

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Universität Duisburg-Essen welcomes international applicants for its B.A. in Soziale Arbeit in Essen. 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).

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.