Skip to content
Hochschule Furtwangen
Bachelor German Medicine & Health

Midwifery Science

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Hochschule Furtwangen Location: Furtwangen im Schwarzwald

About the Program

The Midwifery Science degree programme prepares students for the complex practical and theoretical requirements of the midwifery profession. It teaches fundamentals of evidence-based midwifery and midwifery research. The program includes accompanying and reflection seminars to develop psychosocial skills, which are important as midwives accompany a personal, emotional and intimate phase of women's lives. The course covers topics of midwifery science, women's health, anatomy, physiology, professional knowledge, quality management, psychology and ethics. Students must conclude a contract with a cooperation clinic before beginning the course, which ensures practical training and pays a training allowance. Practical assignments also take place with freelance midwives or in birth centers. The program is structured with foundation courses teaching basics of science and medicine, advanced studies focusing on practical midwifery work, and concludes with a bachelor's thesis requiring independent scientific work on a question relevant to midwifery science.
▶ Show the original English text
The Midwifery Science degree programme prepares students for the complex practical and theoretical requirements of the midwifery profession. It teaches fundamentals of evidence-based midwifery and midwifery research. The program includes accompanying and reflection seminars to develop psychosocial skills, which are important as midwives accompany a personal, emotional and intimate phase of women's lives. The course covers topics of midwifery science, women's health, anatomy, physiology, professional knowledge, quality management, psychology and ethics. Students must conclude a contract with a cooperation clinic before beginning the course, which ensures practical training and pays a training allowance. Practical assignments also take place with freelance midwives or in birth centers. The program is structured with foundation courses teaching basics of science and medicine, advanced studies focusing on practical midwifery work, and concludes with a bachelor's thesis requiring independent scientific work on a question relevant to midwifery science.

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

Related profession searches from Bundesagentur für Arbeit (BERUFENET) data:

See Medicine & Health professions "Midwifery Science"
Explore all professions →

Subjects / Topic Areas

Midwifery Science

Similar Programs

Medical Technology

Hochschule Koblenz

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Medical Technology

Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)

Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy

HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Pflegewissenschaft

Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Nursing Science

Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Orthopädie- und Rehabilitationstechnik

Fachhochschule Dortmund

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)

How do I apply to Midwifery Science at Hochschule Furtwangen?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Midwifery Science at Hochschule Furtwangen

Is Midwifery Science at Hochschule Furtwangen 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 Science 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 Science at Hochschule Furtwangen? ▼

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 Science? ▼

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 Hochschule Furtwangen — 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.

Get the weekly Germany guide in your inbox

New blog posts, application deadlines, scholarship announcements. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Weekly Germany guide — 1–2 emails/week, no spam.

Weekly Germany guide delivered to your inbox

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.