FH Campus Wien·Social Economy and Social Work
Master of Arts (MA)
The European Master’s Degree Program in Social Economy and Social Work focuses on the interplay between social policies, economics, and community engagement. Students engage with diverse social issues, developing skills in analytical thinking and practical intervention strategies. The program offers an international perspective and prepares graduates for significant roles in social services, NGOs, and policy-making environments.
Participants engage in topics such as social policy analysis, community development, and management of social services. The program integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application in social work settings.
The curriculum is organized in four semesters, combining theoretical coursework with practical internships. A thesis is required in the final semester to synthesize learning and demonstrate expertise.
Graduates acquire competencies in social policy analysis, project management, and community engagement, equipping them to address complex social issues.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter 2024/25
€363 / semester
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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