Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (Soziale Arbeit)
Seven-semester full-time degree incorporating two supervised practical semesters in youth welfare, justice social work, or family counselling.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- German Fachhochschulreife, Allgemeine Hochschulreife, or recognized international equivalent
- English language proficiency
- German language certificate CEFR C1 (DSH-2, TestDaF 4x4)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Proof of 8-week pre-study social internship (Vorpraktikum) and educational certificates
- Recommendation letters
- Internship completion verification
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Federal BAföG eligibility and church diocesan study grants up to €2,500/year
- Application fee
- €0
- Tuition / joining costs
- €0 tuition (approx. €350/semester semester fee)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Katholische Hochschule Mainz documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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