The Bachelor's program in Social Work provides the know-how required for a professional career in the diverse field of social work. It enables students to develop their potential and gain valuable insights into various professional contexts through practical internships. Graduates will be equipped to support and accompany individuals across different life stages and challenges.
Im Bachelorstudium Soziale Arbeit werden Kenntnisse in Rechtsgrundlagen, psychologischen Aspekten und sozialen Theorien vermittelt. Studierende lernen, vielfältige soziale Problemstellungen zu erkennen, zu analysieren und geeignete Lösungen zu entwickeln.
Das Studium ist modular aufgebaut und beinhaltet Phasen von Theorie, Praktika sowie die Erstellung einer Bachelorarbeit im letzten Semester. Praktika sind ein zentraler Bestandteil und finden in sozialen Einrichtungen statt.
Die Absolvent*innen erwerben Kompetenzen in der Beratung, der Unterstützung von Klienten in Krisensituationen und in der Zusammenarbeit mit Institutionen. Sie sind vorbereitet, Verantwortung in sozialen Organisationen zu übernehmen.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Wintersemester 2026
Folgeperiode
€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.
FH Kärnten spreads engineering, health, and business programs across Carinthian campuses in Villach, Klagenfurt, Feldkirchen, and Spittal, with several English-taught degrees.
Visit university site€280–€450 / month (dorm room)
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