Master in Systemic Counselling - Your future in professional counselling and therapy.
What is 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.
Fields of work
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.
from 1 April to 1 September via the university's online application system
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
Basics of systemic counsellingIntroduction to the principles and methods of systemic counselling.
Systemic process analysis: Deepening knowledge in the analysis and design of counselling processes.
International Studies/Diversity Studies: Discussion of international approaches and diversity in counselling.
Research logic and research methodsDevelopment of scientific methodological competence and application in practice.
Reflection and evaluationMethodical reflection on one's own actions and evaluation of counselling processes.
Crisis interventionStrategies and techniques for supporting clients in crisis situations.
In the compulsory elective area, you can specialise in specific profile focuses, such as
Psychosocial counselling: Specialisation in counselling individuals and groups in psychosocial contexts.
Institutional and organisational consultingFocus on advising institutions and organisations on process optimisation and change management.
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:
Study regulations for the Master's degree programme in Systemic Counselling
Examination regulations for the Master's degree programme in Systemic CounsellingÂ
Note: Semester details apply to first-time enrolments from this date (e.g. valid for first-time enrolment from winter semester 2020/2021)
Why you should study Systemic counselling at HSN:
Excellent reputation and years of experienceOur Systemic Counselling degree programme has established itself over many years and enjoys an excellent reputation. Numerous programmes have already been successfully completed and our graduates are extremely satisfied with the comprehensive training and support they received during their studies. This positive feedback and the continuous development of the degree programme guarantee training at the highest level.
Practical trainingOur degree programme offers practical training with a strong focus on application. The modules are designed in such a way that they are directly tailored to the requirements of professional practice. Through continuous supervision and practice-orientated project work, you will gain valuable insights and be able to put what you have learned directly into practice.
Personalised supportSmall seminar groups and personal support from experienced lecturers and practitioners ensure that you feel you are in good hands and receive quick support with questions. The direct exchange and close cooperation with lecturers and fellow students promote an intensive learning process.
Modern and flexible study conditionsNordhausen University of Applied Sciences offers you modern learning conditions and flexible study models that can be adapted to your professional commitments. Block courses and self-study phases enable you to combine your studies and career in the best possible way.
Strong networkingTake advantage of our extensive network of cooperation partners, especially the IF Weinheim, and benefit from numerous opportunities for internships, networks and later This cooperation also offers you the opportunity to acquire the "Systemic Counselling" certificate, which is recognised by the Systemic Society.
Location advantagesNordhausen University of Applied Sciences offers you an ideal learning environment on a green campus with modern facilities. The region around Nordhausen also offers numerous leisure activities and a high quality of life, which will enrich your studies. Thanks to the proximity to various conference centres and hotels, you can optimally integrate the on-campus events into your everyday life.
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Unlike at a university, you will receive more support in your learning process at our university. We provide learning objective control questions, enable you to deepen your knowledge through exercises and also facilitate a great deal of interaction in lectures and seminars. These are big differences to courses with >300 students.
Do you have general questions about studying or need help with your application?
Credit points are earned for successfully completed coursework and examinations in accordance with the "European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System" (ECTS).
The ECTS points reflect the average learning effort. One ECTS point corresponds to 30 hours of study.
Based on the ECTS points, the study and examination achievements are internationally comparable.
ECTS points
Credit points are earned for successfully completed coursework and examinations in accordance with the "European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System" (ECTS). The ECTS points reflect the average learning effort. One ECTS point corresponds to 30 hours of study. ECTS points are used to compare study and examination achievements internationally.
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