B.A. Deutsch 6 Semesters

Soziale Arbeit dual

Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen - Catholic University of Applied Sciences Paderborn, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

B.A.

Duration

6 Semesters

Type

Undergraduate

Accreditation

Änderungen mit Auflagen

Until Aug 2031

ECTS Credits

180 ECTS

Language

Deutsch

Campus

Aachen, Köln, Münster, Paderborn

Intakes per Year

Intake

Winter

Application period: 1 December - 31 March; Study start: September (Wintersemester)

German Requirement

C1 for international applicants

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Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen - Catholic University of Applied Sciences

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The B.A. programme in Soziale Arbeit dual is offered by Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen - Catholic University of Applied Sciences, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Paderborn, Germany, spanning 6 semesters (180 ECTS credits). The teaching language is Deutsch; the programme holds Änderungen mit Auflagen 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 B2 (DSH-1, TestDaF TDN 4, telc B2, Goethe B2)

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 for international applicants

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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.

Academic Qualifications

University entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung) required

Additional Requirements

Pre-internship (Vorpraktikum) minimum 3 months in social work/pedagogy (waived from WS 2027/28)
No prior placement in practicum institution required; access to pool of partner institutions provided after admission

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

Locations

Paderborn

Subject Groups

Social Sciences & Psychology

Study Fields

Soziale Arbeit

Study Forms

Dual

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen - Catholic University of Applied Sciences welcomes international applicants for its B.A. in Soziale Arbeit dual in Paderborn. 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.

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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