You can find information about the orientation days and the first-year student information brochure at:
https://www.hwg-lu.de/erstsemesterinfo (Department 4, Social Work (B.A.))
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practice-integrated
In a dual degree program, you combine academic study at a university with ongoing practical experience. Because these two learning environments are closely integrated, theoretical knowledge is immediately tested, reflected upon, and put to practical use.
critical
We view social work as a field of study that analyzes and critically examines social inequality and social exclusion. The degree program provides in-depth insights into social issues and their societal contexts.
reflexive
Professional social work thrives on the interplay of knowledge, experience, and reflection. You will learn to critically examine your professional practice and to support people in difficult life situations through dialogue and participatory approaches.
Are you interested in studying Social Work through the dual system at HWG Ludwigshafen and would like more information? If you have questions about the curriculum or would like advice on the degree program, please feel free to contact the program coordinator, Sophia Schulz, or the fieldwork coordinator, Maximilian Schütz. You can reach them by email at the following address: basa.dual@ 8< SPAM protection, please remove >8 hwg-lu.de
Content & procedure
College
The dual Bachelor’s program in Social Work has a modular structure and spans seven semesters. The modules generally last two semesters and each concludes with a module exam. Dual-track students take many of the modules alongside regular Social Work students. In addition, the dual-track degree program includes specialized theory-practice modules that specifically link the program’s content with real-world experience.
Dual Model
A key feature of the dual study program is the continuous integration of theory and practice. Throughout the entire program, students are assigned to a work placement. Classes are held Monday through Wednesday, while Thursdays and Fridays are dedicated to practical work at the placement. During breaks from classes, the work placement schedule is flexible. The workload typically corresponds to a half-time position and is compensated accordingly.
Internships
In addition to ongoing work at their primary placement, specific practicum phases are an integral part of the program. In the third semester, students complete an external practicum consisting of 180 hours. During this time, they leave their primary placement and gain insights into another area of social work. In the fourth semester, students complete a 750-hour practicum semester. During this time, students work full-time at their primary placement.
You can find the program-specific page for exam-related matters here. This link also provides access to the most current versions of the General and Specific Examination Regulations for the program.
Qualification
The degree programs lead to the Bachelor of Arts (B. A.) degree, which qualifies students for further academic qualifications. A three-semester consecutive Master's degree program in Social Work is offered at the Ludwigshafen University of Business and Society.
At the same time, graduates acquire state recognition as a social worker/social pedagogue (B.A.). The degree programs qualify students for all professional fields of social work: in social administration, with non-profit and private commercial social work providers, in the justice system, in the areas of education, work and leisure, in work with children and young people, in the areas of health and rehabilitation, in cultural education as well as in business and research.
Application & Admission
→ Step 1
Prospective students interested in the dual degree program should first apply directly to one of the degree program’s partner institutions. The program can only be completed in collaboration with one of these partner institutions. Applicants will then go through a selection process at that institution.
→ Step 2
If applicants are selected, the partner institution enters into a training agreement with them. This agreement governs the practical training relationship between the institution and the students. Without this agreement, it is not possible to apply for or enroll in a degree program.
→ Step 3
If a training agreement is in place and the university’s admisson requirements are met, the student may enroll at the university. Students are responsible for applying to and enrolling at the university themselves. This is not done automatically by the training site.
The application periods for internship positions begin at different times. Interested individuals should therefore check the respective application deadlines well in advance.
You can find an overview of our current internship partners here. Information on open positions, dual study programs, and the respective contact persons is available on the internship partners’ websites.
Partner Institutions (click here)
Bad Dürkheim District Administration
- Public Agency for Child and Youth Services
- Counseling and support for families in difficult life situations
- Coordination and Approval of Parenting Support
- Child protection and crisis intervention
- Cooperation with private agencies, schools, and social services
City of Ludwigshafen am Rhein
- Public Child and Youth Welfare and Social Services
- Counseling and Support for Families and Young People
- Parenting Support and Child Protection
- Outreach work with children and youth, and youth development
- Planning and Coordination of Social Services in the Municipality
- Migration & Integration
Worms City Administration
- Local programs for youth work, youth social work, educational child and youth protection, and support for youth organizations
- Youth centers and mobile youth outreach
- Prevention and social services, youth welfare, counseling, and services for specific life situations
- Department for Municipal Daycare Centers
- Office for Seniors and Inclusion
Ludwigshafen Ecumenical Support Association, LLC
- Neighborhood Outreach and Projects (Street Social Work, Community Outreach, Target-Group-Oriented Services and Projects)
- Child and Youth Services (outpatient, day-care, and residential youth services)
- Childcare centers
- Open-access children’s and youth programs
- Counseling and support for single-parent households, unaccompanied minor foreign nationals, children, and youth. Assistance in emergency housing areas and organization of medical care for people on the margins of society
Association for the Support of Aftercare and Rehabilitation for People with Mental Illness, Frankenthal
- Aftercare and Support for People with Mental Illness
- Support for the Transition to Independent Living
- Programs to provide daily structure and rehabilitation
- Promoting social integration and participation
- Individualized care and relationship-building
Rhein-Pfalz District Administration
- Social-Psychiatric Services
- Support for People with Mental Illness
- Counseling in Crisis and Stressful Situations
- Referral and Coordination of Support Services
- Outreach social work
- Collaboration with health and support systems
Rheinhessen Regional Diakonie
- A wide range of social services (including counseling, immigration, poverty, and child and youth services)
- Support for people in difficult life situations
- Social counseling and psychosocial support
- Prevention and integration services
- Networking with church and municipal organizations
ASiV Outpatient Social Work, LLC
- Child and Youth Services
- Support for Children, Youth, and Families
- Outpatient Services and Residential Programs
- Integration Support
- Cooperation with Youth Welfare Offices and Educational Institutions
- Rehabilitation Services
Masurenhof GmbH & Co. KG
- Social-Psychiatric Services
- Housing, Support, and Daily Structure Services
- Reintegration Support
- Facilities and Services for People with Mental Health Challenges
- Specialized housing options, day centers, outpatient services, assisted living in shared apartments, and individually supported living
- Participation in society, empowerment to manage daily life independently, promotion and maintenance of personal skills and abilities, social rehabilitation
Oberotterbach Association for Special Education and Child and Youth Services, Inc.
- Needs-Based Educational Support (Outpatient and Inpatient)
- Care for Children, Adolescents, and Families
- Practical support and counseling for difficult life situations
- Youth and Family Counseling Center
- Counseling and support for foster families
Enkenbach-Alsenborn Municipal Association
- Municipal Youth Social Work Services
- Open youth centers at several locations
- Recreational and social activities
- Low-threshold counseling and support for personal, academic, and social issues
- Project work and collaborations, including with schools as well as vacation and youth programs
Ecumenical Community Initiative of the Palatinate
- Ludwigshafen Workshops
- Support, guidance, and empowerment for people with physical, intellectual, and multiple disabilities
- Commitment to social inclusion and equal participation in all areas of life
- Programs to facilitate participation in working life through employment, training, and individualized support
- Promotion of education, personal development, and lifelong learning
German Red Cross Rhineland-Palatinate Regional Association, Inc.
- Worms Center for Youth and Family Services
- Residential and outpatient youth services
- Services for young people and families with mental health challenges
- School Social Work & Social Group Work
- Psychosocial Support Services
Evangelical Diakoniewerk Zoar (KdöR)
- Assistance for the Elderly (including residential care and home care)
- Support for people with disabilities (including housing, employment, and social therapy)
- Residential hospice
- Child and Youth Services (including family support, integration assistance, and group programs)
BFB e.V. Grünstadt
- Provider of educational programs for unemployed youth and adults
- Youth and Adult Education
- Development of vocational skills
- Placement of participants in an apprenticeship and/or a job subject to social insurance contributions
- Support for job seekers, particularly youth, older adults, people with physical disabilities, and those with limited educational opportunities
Marienhaus Hetzelstift Hospital, Neustadt/Weinstraße
→ Homepage
- Social Services
- Counseling and support for social, financial, and personal concerns related to an illness
- Organization of follow-up care and rehabilitation, as well as referrals to nursing and care facilities
- Advice on advance care planning and care arrangements in various life situations
- Care transition and discharge management, including the organization of home care and ongoing care
Neustadt/Weinstraße Outpatient Hospice and Palliative Care Center
→ Homepage
- Outpatient Palliative Care and Hospice Care at Home
- Holistic care for the seriously ill and dying
- Counseling on care and support services
- Training for family members, volunteers, and healthcare professionals
- Grief counseling and support for bereaved families
- Networking and promotion of hospice and palliative care work
Frankenthal Center for Work and Education, a Nonprofit LLC
→ Homepage
- Educational Support
- Residential, semi-residential, and outpatient educational support
- Placement and integration into work or training
- Counseling and Support
- Support for people facing difficult life situations
Lebenshilfe Südliche Weinstraße e.V.
- Südpfalzwerkstatt gGmbH
- Participation in the workforce for people with disabilities
- Vocational Training and Individual Support
- Inclusion and vocational rehabilitation
- Transitions to the general labor market
Ludwigshafen Foundation for Youth Services
- Child and Youth Services
- Support for Children, Youth, and Families
- Residential and Outpatient Care Services
- Promoting Individual Development and Social Skills
- Collaboration with youth welfare offices and other specialized agencies
AGFJ Family Assistance Foundation Vorderpfalz gGmbH
- Child and Youth Services
- Support for Children, Youth, and Families
- Outpatient Services and Social-Educational Support
- Promoting Development and Social Integration
- Cooperation with Youth Welfare Offices and Educational Institutions
Note: Is your preferred organization not yet a partner of the degree program? It can contact the degree program’s internship coordination office to explore the possibility of a partnership. However, a partnership and the allocation of a dual study program spot cannot be guaranteed.
The "Apply" button takes you to brief instructions on how to register and apply.
For dual-track students, the required documents are supplemented by the so-called “qualification agreement,” which they sign with their partner organizations. It is not possible to apply for one of the dual-track degree programs without this agreement, and the university will not process such applications.
Not sure which documents to upload to the portal? Here’s an overview:
→ If you earned your qualification for university entrance abroad, you must submit proof of language proficiency (C1). You can find more information HERE
The following overview lists all types of university entrance qualifications:
General application forms:
Questions about the application?
The Student Service Center (SSC) team is happy to assist with any questions regarding applications and admission—whether you need help with the application process or have questions about the required documents.
By phone and email (all day)
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Phone: +49 621 5203-0
In-person appointments
Mon and Tue: 9 :30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thu: 9 :30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wed and Fri: closed
If you have questions about the content or focus of a specific degree program, the respective program managers for your desired program will be happy to assist you. You can find their contact information below.
