B.A. German 6 Semesters

Soziale Arbeit (VZ in Potsdam)

HSD Hochschule Döpfer Potsdam, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

B.A.

Duration

6 Semesters

Type

Undergraduate

Accreditation

Änderungen mit Auflagen

Until Apr 2028

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

180 ECTS

Language

German

Campus

Koln / Regensburg / Potsdam / Hamburg / Online

Intakes per Year

IELTS

IELTS 6.0 or higher (this is the minimum accepted score under HSD's university-wide B2 Eng...

German Requirement

B2-level German is required for German-taught programmes. Accepted certificates: DSH-1, Te...

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HSD Hochschule Döpfer

Fachhochschulen / HAW · Bayern

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: EUR 2,640/semester

Non-EU / International

tuition:: EUR 2,640/semester

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The B.A. programme in Soziale Arbeit (VZ in Potsdam) is offered by HSD Hochschule Döpfer, 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 Änderungen mit 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 or equivalent C1

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

B2-level English proficiency is required for English-taught programmes. Accepted certificates and minimum scores: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 70, Duolingo English Test 95, OET 250, Pearson PTE Academic 52, Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) 169. No waiver policy (e.g. for applicants with an English-medium prior degree) is published on the official site.

German Language

B2-level German is required for German-taught programmes. Accepted certificates: DSH-1, TestDaF (minimum TDN 3 in all four sections), Goethe-Zertifikat B2, telc Deutsch B2, Osterreichisches Sprachdiplom (OSD), and Deutsches Sprachdiplom II (DSD II). Per the official site: "Der Sprachnachweis muss spaetestens zur Immatrikulation vorliegen" (the language certificate must be submitted by enrollment at the latest).

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Application Periods

Winter Semester Semester

Entry: 31 Aug

Summer Semester Semester

Entry: 28 Feb

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 (general university entrance qualification)
Fachgebundene Hochschulreife or Fachhochschulreife
Alternative: Meister certificate or technician qualification
Alternative: secondary education + completed vocational training (3+ years) with grade 2.5 or better + 2 years professional experience

Additional Requirements

No NC (admission-free)

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

Locations

Potsdam Köln Regensburg

Subject Groups

Social Sciences & Psychology

Study Fields

Soziale Arbeit

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. HSD Hochschule Döpfer welcomes international applicants for its B.A. in Soziale Arbeit (VZ in Potsdam) 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 (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to HSD Hochschule Döpfer'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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