Fernstudium Master Soziale Arbeit (M.A.)
Start your online Master's programme in Social Work now
Are you ready to lead and implement social projects? Our online master's programme in Social Work prepares you for leadership responsibilities in the social sector. This also includes addressing digital challenges such as AI-based models in social work. You will acquire social science and economic knowledge and can focus on elective modules such as “Frühkindliche Bildung und Erziehung” or “Netzwerkarbeit”. After graduating, you take on responsibility as a manager in the most diverse fields of social work. You can choose between our 90 ECTS credit programme or 120 ECTS credit programme – whatever suits you and your life goals best!
Your study programme summed up
Study programme & degree
M.A., 120, 90 ECTS credits
Language: de
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible
Application & starting date
Start from today, Online application, no application deadline
Study duration & extension
Locations
Study programme independent of time & place, No mandatory attendance, Innovative study tools available on online-campus & in the IU Learn App, Exams online or at nearest examination centre
Study fees
Recognition & Approval
Study program is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned, 120 ECTS - DE: AR-Siegel, ZFU: 174018c 90 ECTS - DE: AR-Siegel, ZFU: 2108224
Apply now and start your studies within a few hours – or choose any starting date that suits you. You can try us out for 1 month without commitment. We only charge you for this month if you continue with us.
Deine Master-Studienprogramme im Bereich Soziale Arbeit
Master Soziale Arbeit
90 ECTS, Sprache: Deutsch
Learn moreMaster Social Work
120 ECTS; Language: German
Learn moreMaster's in Social Work: Your Elective Modules
Your master's in Social Work is as practically oriented as possible. Choose four out of 28 modules such as “Netzwerkarbeit”, “Klinische Sozialarbeit” or Leadership in the 90 ECTS credit programme. In the 120 ECTS credit programme, you choose two out of 12 modules to prepare for your ideal career.
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Apply now and start your studies within a few hours – or choose any starting date that suits you. You can try us out for 1 month without commitment. We only charge you for this month if you continue with us.
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Career Prospects in Social Work
Responding expertly to professional challenges, but also planning, managing and implementing social projects – all this is part of social work! With your master's degree, you also acquire the qualification for a career in the higher civil service and meet the requirements for subsequent doctoral studies.
After graduating, you could work as (a) ...
Member of academic staff
After graduating, a career in both state and private social science research is open to you. You design research projects, apply for funding, network with practical institutions and carry out research projects.
Management of Social Services
After graduating, you will be managing social institutions in this position, e.g. educational counselling centres that offer comprehensive counselling according to the SGB VIII. Your responsibilities include the conceptual development of the institution, personnel management, ensuring quality, controlling budgets and proper administration.
Why IU is the best choice
Shape your studies your way
Plan your study routine however you like. You decide whether you prefer to study at night or during the day, at the library or in a cafe. You can even choose the start of your studies flexibly.
Easily organise your study routine
On your online campus, you're always up to speed. Here you organise your entire studies and find everything in one place – from digital scripts to an overview of your grades.
Deepen your knowledge individually
Deepen your knowledge interactively and suited to your learning style. With multimedia tools such as our AI study assistant, live sessions and learning sprints, you prepare better for your exams.
Take exams flexibly
Do you feel confident in the practice exam? Then sit your exam 24/7 online or at a location of your choice. In some courses, the final exam may be a workbook or portfolio.