MA Social Work as a Human Rights Profession (MA-SWHR)
ASH Berlin offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Berlin.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 15 Oct 2026
What it costs
Plan for roughly €20k–€23k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Berlin student life.
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What you'll study
24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
MA Social Work as a Human Rights Profession (MA-SWHR). At ASH Berlin, Berlin, DE. Taught in English. International tuition: €2,640.
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About ASH Berlin
Common questions
Is MA Social Work as a Human Rights Profession (MA-SWHR) at ASH Berlin taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
How much does MA Social Work as a Human Rights Profession (MA-SWHR) at ASH Berlin cost?
International tuition is €2,640 per year. Over the full 24-month programme that's roughly €5,280 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at ASH Berlin?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 Oct 2026. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
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