M.A.

Soziale Arbeit mit dem Schwerpunkt Familie in Potsdam, Germany

Fachhochschule Potsdam

Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

6 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)

Until Sep 2026

uni-assist

Required

ECTS Credits

120 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

Fachhochschule Potsdam, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Potsdam, Germany offers an M.A. in Soziale Arbeit mit dem Schwerpunkt Familie, spanning 6 semesters (120 ECTS credits). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. International applicants apply through uni-assist. 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

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

Bachelor in Social Work, Social Education, or related field (min. 180 ECTS)

Additional Requirements

No NC (admission based on qualifications and professional experience)
Part-time (berufsbegleitend) programme — 6 semesters; focus on family-oriented social work, child protection, family counselling
Min. 1 year professional experience in social work with families

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

Berufsbegleitend Fernstudium Teilzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Fachhochschule Potsdam welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Soziale Arbeit mit dem Schwerpunkt Familie in Potsdam. 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 6 semesters (approximately 3 years), totalling 120 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.