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Practice office

Your connection from theory to practice

The Practice Office of the Faculty of Social Work in Wolfenbüttel is the central interface between theory and practice. It organises internships for students, provides support in the search for suitable placements and advises on all practical requirements. Through close contact with practice partners, it promotes dialogue between the university and the professional world. The Practice Office accompanies you from your first practical experience through to state recognition, helping to ensure the quality of your education and strengthen your professional skills.

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Information for students of the old examination regulations (BPO WS 20/21)

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This website of the Practice Office is geared towards the new examination regulations (valid from winter semester 2025/26) and the associated changes to the practical phases.

If you are still studying according to the old examination regulations (valid from winter semester 2020/2021), you will find all the information that applies to you on the corresponding page about the practical phases under the old examination regulations.

Practical study phases at a glance

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Over the course of your degree programme, you will go through various practical study phases that will give you valuable experience in different fields of social work. The Practice Office will support you every step of the way - from finding suitable internships to advising you on formal requirements and reflecting on your practical experience. We maintain a broad network of practice partners and support you in combining theory and practice in a profitable way. Your professional development takes centre stage for us - from the first work shadowing to state recognition.

  • Pre-internship
    Your foundation for social work - before your studies
    Gain important initial practical experience over 12 weeks, which is a prerequisite for your successful enrolment. This will give you valuable insights into the professional field of social work before you start your studies. An FSJ or Federal Voluntary Service can be recognised under certain circumstances.
  • Work shadowing and internship
    Your first insight into professional practice - at the start of your degree programme
    Discover different fields of social work and find out which areas you are particularly interested in.
  • Project workshop
    Practical project work in teams - for the transfer of theory into practice
    Work in groups on real social projects and develop your teamwork and project management skills.
  • Professional recognition year
    Your step into the professional world - after graduation with state recognition
    Work as a specialist and gain state recognition as a social worker after successfully passing the colloquium.

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