SRH University

Social Work
Bachelor of Arts | Fürth

Would you like to study Social Work and learn German? Our B.A. Social Work program is designed as an innovative all-inclusive study concept for international students who aim to build a professional career in Social Work in Germany.

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All Facts at a Glance
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Start:
1st October
Model:
full-time
Language:
German / English
ECTS:
210
Info:
without NC , in accreditation
Duration:
7 semesters
Location:
Fuerth
Costs:
from 550 € per month

Course content Social Work, B.A.

Discover the world of social work

In the Social Work bachelor’s programme, you gain solid knowledge that qualifies you for a wide range of roles in the social sector. It combines academic qualification with early and continuous German language training and integration support, starting even before the beginning of the program. Alongside core social work skills, the programme helps you integrate into the German job market both professionally and linguistically. You study key foundations in theory, history, methodology, psychology, sociology, health sciences, social policy and law. Practice-oriented modules cover crisis intervention, aesthetic-media practice, professional development and ethics. Through hands-on learning phases, including at least 100 days of internship, project work and excursions, you apply your knowledge directly. Additional D-modules strengthen your professional German language skills and prepare you effectively for communication with clients, authorities and organisations.

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Career prospects, Social Work (B.A.)

Start your career in the social sector in Germany

The Social Work bachelor’s degree offers excellent career prospects in Germany, as the shortage of skilled professionals in the social sector has been growing for years and qualified staff are urgently needed. By integrating language acquisition, academic training, and professional accreditation, the program offers a clear and reliable pathway into Social Work in Germany. Intercultural skills, multilingualism and an understanding of migration experiences are particularly valuable in this field. The program is explicitly aimed at international students, as we believe that their perspectives and lived experiences enrich Social Work and society far beyond intercultural or interreligious dimensions. Possible areas of employment include: 

  • Child and youth services
  • Work in integration centres, migration services and support agencies
  • Counselling, support and case management in social services
  • Social-pedagogical work in schools
  • Family counselling, parenting support and work with parents
  • Community work and neighbourhood-based projects
  • Roles in health and social care institutions
  • Positions with welfare associations, youth services and municipal organisations
  • Social management and project coordination in social organisations
  • Prevention projects, outreach social work and crisis intervention
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Your modules

The degree programme combines scientific principles with practical experience and a special focus on German for the profession. Three practical phases give you an in-depth insight into various areas of social work. In modules such as methodology, social space orientation, crisis intervention, aesthetic-media practice, professionalisation and law, you will work on projects, practise on real cases, go on excursions and take part in simulations. The five D-modules are a special feature of the programme: They combine specialist content with German language training and prepare you for important communication situations in the social field - for example, counselling interviews, written tasks, contact with authorities and legal texts. In this way, you will learn how to act confidently and get off to a successful start on the German labour market.

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Our CORE principle
The CORE principle describes a unique teaching model consisting of 5-week blocks that focuses on thematic emphasis, competency development, and interactive teaching methods. It was awarded the Genius Loci Prize in 2018.
Our CORE principle

From study straight into practice

In addition to technical and methodological skills, social and personal skills are crucial today. SRH University 's innovative, successful and award-winning CORE principle promotes independent and active learning so that you can apply your knowledge directly in practice - for a clear competitive advantage.

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Costs

Smart financing

As a state-recognised private university, SRH University is financed by tuition fees. These revenues are used to equip our campuses, provide services for our students and ensure quality assurance. This enables us to ensure that you receive the best possible education under optimal study conditions.

Tuition fees

Tuition fees vary depending on the campus:

  • Fürth: £550/month, non-EU: £3,500/semester
  • Berlin: £590/month, non-EU: £3,750/semester

The monthly fee remains the same throughout your entire course of study. The one-time enrolment fee is from £750.00.

If you come from a non-EEA country without a residence permit, the enrolment fee is €1,000 – you must pay the tuition fees for one semester in advance. From the second semester onwards, payments for the remaining semesters are due six weeks before the end of the period of study already paid for. Payments are to be made on a semester basis.

Except for any placement, aptitude or equivalence tests that may be required, no separate examination fees or similar charges are levied, not even for repeat examinations. This gives you maximum cost transparency during your studies.

In addition to efficient organisation, goal-oriented studies also require a solid financial basis in order to pay rent, living expenses and tuition fees. There are various financing options available, such as education loans or scholarship programmes.  

We have compiled a list of all financing options for you. 

Admission requirements and application

Admission

You can apply at any time via our online portal without obligation. We will then review your application documents and invite you to a personal interview.

To apply for the Bachelor's degree in Social Work, you need:

  • General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or technical college entrance qualification (if you do not yet have a degree, your last interim report card is sufficient)
  • Alternatively, a qualification as an educator, a completed advanced training course (master craftsman, specialist or business economist) or completed vocational training in the social sector and at least three years of professional experience. (More information under ‘Studying without a school leaving certificate’)
  • Successful completion of the selection process
  • Curriculum vitae with current passport photo
  • Copy of ID card (front and back); for foreign students, a copy of the national identity card

A degree as a state-recognised educator is recognised for the bachelor's programme and shortens the duration of study by one full semester.

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Application process

We look forward to welcoming you to SRH University. Here is what our application process looks like:

  1. You apply online via the SRH application portal
  2. If you meet the admission requirements, we will invite you to an interview.
  3. If you are successful in the interview, you will receive an offer of admission and a study contract from us.
  4. You sign the study contract and send it back to us.
  5. You pay the registration fee.
  6. We will issue your letter of admission.
  7. You take part in our introductory week and then you're ready to go!
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