- Master of Science
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)
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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)
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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
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Location
Bern
Optionally Lucerne and St. Gallen - School School of Social Work
This degree programme is offered in German. For detailed information, go to the German page.
