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Studies in Social Work At the point where the demands of the individual meet those of society

Social work is an umbrella term for a range of professions in the social sector. Its professionals have to be resilient and possess high levels of social capital and self-related skills and knowledge – and have a keen interest in social issues.

Stephanie Ruckstuhl, Bachelor-Studentin

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

The bachelor's degree in Social Work is a professional qualification. Students receive a research-based grounding with a practical dimension designed to ensure success in their chosen profession as, for instance, social worker, sociocultural facilitator or social education worker. In terms of profile development, the Lucerne School of Social Work is the only institution in German-speaking Switzerland to offer the three specialisations in Social Work, Socioculture and Social Pedagogy. The following page is in German.

Dario Sulzer, Master-Student

Master’s degree in Social Work

The master's degree in Social Work allows bachelor's graduates to build on their degree by exploring additional political, economic and social aspects. They acquire strategic and conceptual competencies, as well as a thorough academic overview and research skills. The following page is in German.