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Study Social Work in Germany 🇩🇪

Germany offers 37 Social Work programs across 24 universities. Tuition ranges from $0k–$1k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students.

37 Programs
24 Universities
$0k–$1k/yr Tuition
16% Scholarships

Why Germany for Social Work?

Living Cost

$11,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Germany →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (22) Master (13) PhD (2)

Top Universities for Social Work in Germany

Universität Kassel

Kassel · National rank #49 · QS #449

Social Work · Master
University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf

Düsseldorf · National rank #94

Social Work · Bachelor Social Work and Social Pedagogy · Master Social Management · Master
Social Work · Bachelor
Social Work · Bachelor
Social Work (dual) · Bachelor Social Work · Bachelor Soziale Arbeit (Social Work) · Bachelor
Social Work and Health · Master Social Work · Bachelor
Social Work · Bachelor
Social Work · Bachelor
Soziale Arbeit (Social Work) · Master
Systemische Soziale Arbeit (Systemic Social Work) · Master
Soziale Arbeit (Master) · Master Soziale Arbeit · Bachelor Promotionsstudium in Sozialer Arbeit · PhD
Social Work · Bachelor
Social Work · Bachelor
Social Work (Soziale Arbeit) · Master
BayWISS Joint Academic Partnership "Social Change" · PhD
Social Work · Bachelor Soziale Arbeit dual · Bachelor
Social Work · Bachelor Soziale Arbeit · Master Praxisforschung in Sozialer Arbeit und Pädagogik · Master
Soziale Arbeit und Diakonie (Social Work and Diaconia) · Master Soziale Arbeit (Social Work) · Bachelor Diakonie und Soziale Arbeit (Diaconia and Social Work) · Bachelor
Soziale Arbeit und Diakonie · Master Soziale Arbeit · Bachelor
Soziale Arbeit · Master

All Programs

Social Work

Fachhochschule Dortmund

Bachelor

Social Work

Hochschule Hannover

Bachelor

Social Work (dual)

Hochschule Ludwigshafen

Bachelor

Social Work

University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf

Bachelor

Social Work and Social Pedagogy

University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf

Master

Social Work and Health

Fachhochschule Bielefeld

Master

Social Work

Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften München

Bachelor

Social Work

Hochschule Rhein Main

Bachelor

Soziale Arbeit (Social Work)

Evangelische Hochschule Nürnberg

Master

Systemische Soziale Arbeit (Systemic Social Work)

Hochschule Merseburg

Master

Soziale Arbeit (Master)

Universität Hildesheim

Master

Soziale Arbeit

Universität Hildesheim

Bachelor

Promotionsstudium in Sozialer Arbeit

Universität Hildesheim

PhD

Social Work

Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen

Bachelor

Social Work

Hochschule Ludwigshafen

Bachelor

Social Work

Hochschule Wolfenbüttel

Bachelor Aid

Social Work (Soziale Arbeit)

Universität Vechta

Master

BayWISS Joint Academic Partnership "Social Change"

Hochschule Landshut

PhD

Social Work

Evanglische Hochschule Nürnberg

Bachelor Aid

Soziale Arbeit dual

Evanglische Hochschule Nürnberg

Bachelor Aid

Social Work

Evanglische Hochschule Berlin

Bachelor Aid

Soziale Arbeit und Diakonie (Social Work and Diaconia)

Evanglische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe

Master

Soziale Arbeit (Social Work)

Evanglische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe

Bachelor

Diakonie und Soziale Arbeit (Diaconia and Social Work)

Evanglische Hochschule Rheinland-Westfalen-Lippe

Bachelor

Soziale Arbeit

Evanglische Hochschule Berlin

Master

Praxisforschung in Sozialer Arbeit und Pädagogik

Evanglische Hochschule Berlin

Master

Soziale Arbeit und Diakonie

Evangelische Hochschule Darmstadt

Master

Soziale Arbeit

Evangelische Hochschule Darmstadt

Bachelor

Soziale Arbeit

Evanglische Hochschule Ludwigsburg

Master Aid

Social Work

Hochschule Ruhr West

Bachelor

Social Work

Hochschule Emden/Leer

Bachelor

Social Management

University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf

Master

Social Work

Universität Kassel

Master

Soziale Arbeit (Social Work)

Hochschule Ludwigshafen

Bachelor

Social Work (dual degree programme)

FH Münster

Bachelor Aid

Social Work

Hochschule Darmstadt

Bachelor

Social Work

Fachhochschule Bielefeld

Bachelor

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Social Work in Germany?
Tuition for Social Work programs in Germany ranges from $0k–$1k/yr. 16% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $11k.
What are the English language requirements for Social Work in Germany?
English-taught Social Work programs in Germany typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Social Work programs are in Germany?
Abroadly lists 37 Social Work programs at 24 universities across Germany. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Is Germany a good country for Social Work students?
Germany is a strong choice for Social Work with 24 universities offering these programs. The primary language is German, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Social Work in Germany?
In Germany, Social Work programs are offered at: Bachelor (22 programs), Master (13 programs), PhD (2 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.