Bachelor
German
Medicine & Health
Midwifery
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
About the Program
The bachelor of science degree in midwifery is composed of modules equalling 210 ECTS credit points. Offered through the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Augsburg, the program includes theoretical knowledge and profession-specific skills in the theory and practice of midwifery, theoretical medicine and natural sciences, midwifery skills, health and social sciences, and preparation for final examination. Students complete compulsory vocational work placements in various hospital settings including labour wards, outpatient pregnancy care clinics, mother-child wards, neonatal wards and intensive care units, and gynaecological surgery. Additionally, students must acquire 480 hours of out-of-hospital midwifery experience. This is a dual degree programme with vocational work placement.
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The bachelor of science degree in midwifery is composed of modules equalling 210 ECTS credit points. Offered through the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Augsburg, the program includes theoretical knowledge and profession-specific skills in the theory and practice of midwifery, theoretical medicine and natural sciences, midwifery skills, health and social sciences, and preparation for final examination. Students complete compulsory vocational work placements in various hospital settings including labour wards, outpatient pregnancy care clinics, mother-child wards, neonatal wards and intensive care units, and gynaecological surgery. Additionally, students must acquire 480 hours of out-of-hospital midwifery experience. This is a dual degree programme with vocational work placement.
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How do I apply to Midwifery at Universität Augsburg?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Midwifery at Universität Augsburg
Is Midwifery at Universität Augsburg taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Midwifery programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Midwifery at Universität Augsburg? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Midwifery? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Universität Augsburg — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.