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University of Siegen

Siegen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Social Work

Original title: Social Work Master of Arts (M.A.)

German4 semesters (Full Time), 8 semesters (Part Time)No Tuition / Semester Fee OnlyNorth Rhine-Westphalia

This Master of Arts in Social Work at the University of Siegen prepares students for leadership and specialized roles in social service agencies. The program offers focus areas in Children, Youth and Families, Disability Services, and Forensic Social Work, with flexible full- and part-time study options.

Overview

Why this program?

No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Social Sciences
Flexible full-time and part-time study options
Focus areas including Children, Youth and Families, Disability Services, Forensic Social Work
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Social Work

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Students aiming for leadership roles or specialist careers in social service agencies, especially in children’s and disability services or forensic social work.

Career outcomes

  • Social work leadership roles
  • Specialist in children and youth services
  • Disability services coordinator
  • Forensic social work professional
  • Social service agency management

Skills you will learn

  • Advanced social work theory and practice
  • Leadership and management in social services
  • Specialized knowledge in children, youth, disability, or forensic social work
  • Research and assessment skills
  • Ethical decision-making and advocacy

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeRestricted Admission
RequirementsBachelor of Arts degree in social work, educational science, social pedagogy, or a comparable degree; minimum grade of 2.5 (good) or better; admission decision by the Examination Board for Social Work
Deadline1 April – 30 September
LanguageGerman
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesSemester fee may apply
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Social work leadership roles
Specialist in children and youth services
Disability services coordinator
Forensic social work professional
Social service agency management

University

University of Siegen

University of Siegen is located in Siegen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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