Social Gerontology (extra-occupational), B.A. 743 en

Application deadline

15/07/2027

Duration

6/8 Semester

Study form

Part-time studies; Extra-occupational studies

Fees

259 € / Year

The Catholic University of Applied Sciences Berlin offers the Bachelor’s degree “Bachelor of Arts in Social Gerontology (extra-occupational), which focuses on the psychosocial situation of vulnerable, chronically ill and elderly people for whom concepts of support and accompaniment are still largely lacking. This course consists 8 semesters for a standard period of study, and 6 semesters after crediting professional experience. The entry requirements for this Bachelor’s degree include a three-year training in geriatric care, as well as in health and nursing care, plus at least one year of professional experience in gerontological practice. The applicants without this specific can demonstrate their suitability via a classification test. During the studies, at least 50% of professional activity within the gerontological fields is required and the participant in part-time training are obliged to provide the university of applied sciences with evidence of their continued employment.