Dual Studies in Social Work (B.A.) - Markus Gemeinschaft e.V.

Start your future in the field of social work together with the Markus Community e.V. and the IU International University (IU). In dual studies, you combine practical work in the company with courses on two days a week on campus. Interactive teaching materials help you to deepen your knowledge. The Markus community in northern Thuringia has been an anthroposophically inspired place of life and place of action for people with and without disabilities for more than 50 years. As an association we are a non-profit institution of extensive social offers with an ecological and sustainable focus. In our work we are committed to self-determination and social participation of people with disabilities every day, making an important contribution to our regional environment.

Become part of our team and start with us on October 1, 2026.

At the practical partner - Grund- und Mittelschule Stadt Windsbach: You receive a compensation within the applicable tariff system You have flexible working hours You work with motivated and competent colleagues: You have development and training opportunities At the IU - Campus Erfurt: A state-approved study, with practical content and the degree Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Your study advice, study guides and teachers support you at any time and you learn in small groups You have the option to apply for BAföG Ideal career prospects await you through practical teaching You benefit from attractive discounts at UNiDAYS, Spotify, 25hours hotels and other IU partners

You help people with disabilities make their everyday life self-determined You accompany residents: in special housing forms and strengthen their social participation You promote your residents: in the special living form and develop individual possibilities together You plan and organize leisure activities that are tailored to the needs of the inhabitants: You advise and support relatives as well as the team so that everyone can contribute optimally

Start your studies at the IU with (special) abitur, a qualified professional degree or as a national. Technicians:in/operator:in You can prove German skills according to language level B2 You bring empathy so you can individually accompany people with different support needs You are open to new challenges and ready to embark on the diverse lives of the inhabitants: You can integrate yourself well into a team and work with colleagues from different disciplines You show sense of responsibility by placing people's needs and rights at the heart of your work You are motivated to continue your education and expand your knowledge in social work Career prospects: If you have successfully passed the final exam, you have the opportunity to take over with numerous development possibilities.

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