Social Work
-
Academic Degree:
Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences (BA)
-
Mode of Study:
Full-time / 6 Semesters / 180 ECTS
-
Language of Instruction:
German
-
Head of Degree Programme:FH-Prof. DSA Mag. Dr. Gertraud Pantucek More of this Person
-
Campus:
Graz
-
Application Deadline:26 March 2019 more deadlines
We prepare our students to provide professional support for people in critical life situations. They are trained to develop problem solutions for a range of applications in the areas of care for children/young adults and families, in the field of migration and asylum, in the provision of subsistence needs and custodianship, supporting elderly or sick people, advice for relatives and for problems with criminality, violence or debt.
What you will learn:
Supporting people in crisis
You'll learn to establish contact with clients, form a relationship with them, recognise their problems, and help them solve those problems ...
Applying yourself as a 'tool'
You'll learn to express observations and to find the right words … Recognising the opportunities for change in social hotspots ...
Organising support within the social environment
For example, where can a single mother's twelve-year old son get help with his schoolwork? …
Developing solutions together
For example, where should your client turn to apply for documents, obtain financial support, find the appropriate organisation ….
Exploring complicated cases and potential solutions
How do I find the relevant scientific literature in the FH JOANNEUM library?
Organising yourself and others
An organisation is confronted with new problems and issues. Is there anyone who has already dealt with these problems?
Did you know, …
… that our graduates are in great demand?
Thanks to their solid and comprehensive training, graduates of our bachelor degree programme are highly sought after in the profession.
Did you know, …
… that the course combines theory and practice?
You'll receive a very good practical and theoretical education.
Did you know, …
… that our institute has an international focus?
We provide all the support you need to select an appropriate university for your internship or semester abroad.
Did you know, …
… that internships are vital for your career?
During your internships you'll learn a lot about a social worker's daily routine.
Did you know, …
… that you'll learn special skills?
Social management skills are closely integrated into client work.
Did you know, …
… that our students present their projects?
The students develop innovative projects derived from their practical work, and present them to the public during the semester presentations.
Did you know, …
… that after completing a bachelor degree you can enrol on the part-time master degree programme in Social Work at FH JOANNEUM?
You can expand and deepen the knowledge and skills learnt on your bachelor programme by studying part-time for a master’s degree.
Find out more about the degree programme
Admissions
My Studies
Here you can find everything you need to know about the course: course content, student and research projects, the semester and internship abroad, and the teaching staff.
Read more
