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MA Social work in the Migration Society at Osnabrück University

Osnabrück University, Germany

Programme overview

The Master's program, which is unique in Germany, aims to impart scientific and action-oriented knowledge and skills for the various fields of activity in social work. The special feature of the course is that it takes into account the needs and requirements of a migrant society. An important focus is on Muslim welfare work.

Faculty: School of Educational and Cultural Studies  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: winter semester  |  Location: Osnabrück, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

However, students can also choose other specializations in the context of migration. The research perspective of the university degree program also facilitates transitions to a Doctorate. The Master's degree program is interdisciplinary.

Career pathways

Even without state recognition as a social worker, there are numerous potential fields of work/action for graduates. A special feature of the degree program is that it increasingly takes into account religion-specific and intercultural access to the migration society.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: admission-free. The access requirement for the degree program is that the applicant has a Bachelor's degree in "Social Work" or an equivalent degree with a focus on social sciences, social education or theology. The following degree programs are particularly suitable: Social work Social science Social Education Protestant theology Islamic theology Catholic Theology Further information on the access requirements can be found in the admission regulations. Applicants in possession of international certification must demonstrate sufficient levels of German Language Proficiency. This program is not subject to admission restrictions.

Intake: winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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