Social Work (master's) | FHV

In the Master’s programme in Social Work, you will deepen your knowledge of professional support systems within psychosocial fields of practice – and learn how to effectively support individuals in complex life situations while actively contributing to societal change processes. You will engage with current challenges such as mental health, social inequality, and the impacts of societal transformation. In doing so, you will develop practice-oriented concepts aimed at participation, empowerment, and social justice.

The focus is on developing effective social intervention strategies – from needs assessment through to implementation in real-life contexts. You will critically reflect on professional methods of practice, evaluate their effectiveness, and collaborate with various disciplines to design sustainable solutions.

With individual areas of specialisation in Clinical Social Work or Community-Based Social Work, you can refine your professional profile – research-informed, practice-oriented, and closely aligned with current societal needs.

Future Career Opportunities

With a Master’s degree in Social Work, you unlock a wide range of professional opportunities across psychosocial counselling, community development, and social project work. You’ll enter the field with well-grounded expertise, methodological proficiency, and a profound understanding of societal dynamics.

Typical Fields and Roles

• Psychosocial support in hospitals or counselling centres
• Support for addiction, crises, and mental health issues
• Neighbourhood work and local-area development
• Social planning within local authorities or administration
• Coordination of community psychiatric networks
• Contributing to research and developing social concepts
• Advisory roles focussed on inclusion, participation, and social justice

You will work with people facing challenging life circumstances, design solutions closely tailored to their needs, and advocate for greater equality and societal participation—doing so with professionalism, practical insight, and a forward-looking approach.

Appointment

Application mode:
Online-Application

Start of studies:
September

Study information days:
More information at https://www.fhv.at/en/fh/the-fhv/events

Tuition fee:
Currently no study fees