- General Examination Regulations for the Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in Health and Social Work at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
SYB
...systemic counselling?
Systemic counselling is a scientifically based and practice-oriented approach that aims to support people in different life situations using holistic, resource-oriented methods. The focus is on strengthening self-help potential and promoting constructive communication processes within systems, whether in families, groups or organisations.
A degree in systemic counselling opens up a wide range of career opportunities for you. You can work in counselling centres, therapeutic institutions, the education sector or management consultancy. Your skills are in demand in psychosocial counselling, crisis process support, coaching and management and development processes.
| Study programme | Info |
|---|---|
| Short description: | SYB |
| Academic degree: | Master of Arts (M.A.) |
| Standard period of study / scope of services: | 6 semesters / 120 ECTS credits i |
| Teaching language: | German |
| Form of study: |
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| Study start: | Winter term |
| Pre-internship: | not required |
| Application period Start of the winter semester: | 1 April - 1 September |
| Application period Start of the summer semester: | – |
| Admission restriction: | no |
| Admission requirements: | Completion of a first professionally qualifying degree with at least 180 ECTS credits, preferably in health, social or economic sciences. At least one year of professional practice after the first university degree, a letter of motivation and an interview are required. |
| Tuition fees: | 2,250 EURO per semester |
Our postgraduate Master's programme in Systemic Counselling at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences offers you the unique opportunity to take your professional and personal skills to a new level. Specially designed for academics with professional experience, our programme combines sound theoretical knowledge with practical application and prepares you for a wide range of professional fields. From counselling centres, therapeutic institutions and the education sector to coaching, leadership and management consultancy - the possibilities are endless.
Thanks to the cooperation with the renowned IF Weinheim, you can also acquire the "Systemic Counselling" certificate, which is recognised by the Systemic Society. This degree programme is ideal for anyone who is already working and would like to gain further qualifications in order to meet the challenges of modern counselling work professionally.
The programme comprises a combination of compulsory and elective modules that are tailored to the specific requirements of systemic counselling. The compulsory section provides an application-orientated basic education and includes modules such as
In the compulsory elective area, you can specialise in specific profile focuses, such as
The programme concludes with a Master's thesis, which is scientifically sound and professionally qualifying. This enables you to apply and deepen the skills you have learnt in an independent research project.
The degree programme is aimed at academics with professional experience(from the fields of health, social work, business and other related disciplines. Ideal applicants have already completed their first professional qualification and have at least one year of professional experience. They are working in practice and would like to deepen and expand their knowledge and skills in systemic counselling.
The degree programme is aimed in particular at people who work in counselling, therapeutic or managerial roles and would like to develop their skills in systemic process support, crisis intervention and supervision. It is also suitable for those who wish to study systemic methods on an academic basis and develop their own research projects.
A degree in systemic counselling opens up numerous and varied career opportunities in different professional fields. You can work in counselling centres, therapeutic institutions, the education sector, coaching, management and management consultancy. Your tasks will include supporting and counselling people in various life situations, developing and implementing prevention and intervention measures and working with other professionals and institutions.
You will also be able to support complex crisis situations and initiate sustainable change processes. The practical training and continuous theory-practice transfer will prepare you to use your skills effectively in various professional contexts. In addition, the degree programme offers you the opportunity to work academically and carry out your own research projects, which will open up additional career paths in science and teaching.
Applicants must upload a copy of their higher education entrance qualification (e.g. Bachelor's certificate), evidence of professional experience and a letter of motivation in PDF format after registering in the applicant portal.
Master of Arts (M.A.), state-recognised and accredited. After completing an additional 100 hours of counselling, you will receive the "Systemic Counselling" certificate from IF Weinheim.
The regulations for your degree programme, published in the Official announcements of the HSN:
Note:
Semester details apply to first-time enrolments from this date (e.g. valid for first-time enrolment from winter semester 2020/2021)
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The Federal Ministry of Education and Research offers a direct funding option via the Foundation for the promotion of talented young people in vocational training. All related information can be found at: www.sbb-stipendien.de
Current is the Online application for the Advancement scholarship - the study grant for experienced professionals possible again.
Prospective and current students can until Monday, 9 June 2025 apply for an advancement scholarship. The Scholarship programme of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research supports skilled workers with vocational training and several years of practical experience in their first academic degree programme.
Detailed information on the advancement scholarship
For a Full-time study programme scholarship holders receive 992 euros per month plus 80 euros book allowance (i.e. a total of 1,072 euros) and 3,045 euros per calendar year for part-time study. The benefits are a lump sum and independent of income.
In addition, there is an extensive non-material supportThe scholarship holders can take part in numerous seminars on various topics. In addition, there are regional groups on site and a digital network through which they can network and exchange ideas with each other.applications are possible before the start of the programme and until the end of the second semester. There is no age limit for applications.
If you have any questions about your application, our application counselling team will be happy to assist you. Our colleagues can be contacted by e-mail () or by telephone on 0228 / 62931 -43 or -51.
In addition, the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, in cooperation with the employment agencies, offers a digital training guides to.
In some cases, employers contribute to the costs of a continuing education Master's degree programme / certificate programme / continuing education course. These in turn have the opportunity to Company-specific subsidies to obtain. When talking to your employer, please feel free to refer to the Employer service of the employment agency.
Costs for further training can, for example, be recognised as income-related expenses, tax deductible be made. You can obtain advice on this from the tax office.
We would be delighted if this compilation helps you to find a suitable funding opportunity for your further academic education at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
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We want to support and encourage particularly talented and motivated students. Under Scholarships you will find information on various scholarship programmes. There are also other funding options, such as the "StudiumThüringenPlus" start-up grant, parental funding, child benefit and the opportunity to earn your own money through a student job.
Students in continuing education programmes can find all information on the Funding opportunities.
What is the difference between studying at a University of Applied Sciences (UAS) and at a „Universität“ (university)? At our University of Applied Sciences, you will receive much more support throughout your learning process than at a traditional university. We provide self-assessment questions to help you check your understanding, offer practical exercises to deepen your knowledge, and encourage a high level of interaction in lectures and seminars. This is very different from courses with more than 300 students.
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