Msc Social Work

In our master’s degree programme, you will acquire a deeper knowledge of the subject and engage in scientifically based discussions on practical issues. You will prepare yourself to work conceptually, to take on leadership responsibilities, or to work at a university.

This programme:

hones your specialist skills and expands your knowledge: you will make scientifically based analyses and evaluations of practices in the field of social work;
challenges you to reflect more deeply on your practical experience and trains your high-level problem-solving skills;
offers you the option of individual topics to build your profile;
qualifies you to take on demanding leadership roles in the field of social services;
prepares you to assess the value and use of research results and conduct studies yourself;
is the prerequisite for doctoral programmes;
lets you plan your studies flexibly, gain access to three universities and build a professional network throughout German-speaking Switzerland.

Factsheet

Title/Degree Master of Science (MSc)
Specialisations Thematic modules on ‘Shaping change’ with the focus areas:
– Organisation, leadership and cooperation
– Shaping care systems in the welfare state
– Shaping your profession and making an impact
Mode of study Full-time (3–4 semesters), part-time (6–8 semesters)
Start date Autumn semester: calendar week 38
Spring semester: calendar week 8
Application deadline If you fulfil the admission requirements:
Autumn semester application deadline: calendar week 31
Spring semester application deadline: calendar week 1

ECTS credits 90 ECTS-Credits
Teaching language German
Location Bern
Optionally Lucerne and St. Gallen
School School of Social Work

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Master in Sozialer Arbeit

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