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Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften (Hochschule Braunschweig/Wolfenbüttel)

About the Program

The Nursing degree programme gives you the opportunity to prepare for a future-proof career in nursing alongside your training. You will not only expand your practical skills, but also acquire sound science-based competences that will enable you to plan, manage and further develop complex nursing processes. As a graduate of this degree programme, you will not only work in patient-centred care, but will also play an active role in the further development of nursing care. Even if you have already completed your nursing training, you can gain further qualifications on this degree programme while working. The programme focuses on the transfer of practical study to practice with teaching methods such as case studies, project work and simulations. Important study contents include health and nursing sciences, law, digitalisation in nursing care, evidence based nursing, diversity management, scientific work, research methodology, case management, counselling skills, and quality management.
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The Nursing degree programme gives you the opportunity to prepare for a future-proof career in nursing alongside your training. You will not only expand your practical skills, but also acquire sound science-based competences that will enable you to plan, manage and further develop complex nursing processes. As a graduate of this degree programme, you will not only work in patient-centred care, but will also play an active role in the further development of nursing care. Even if you have already completed your nursing training, you can gain further qualifications on this degree programme while working. The programme focuses on the transfer of practical study to practice with teaching methods such as case studies, project work and simulations. Important study contents include health and nursing sciences, law, digitalisation in nursing care, evidence based nursing, diversity management, scientific work, research methodology, case management, counselling skills, and quality management.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Nursing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Nursing at Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften (Hochschule Braunschweig/Wolfenbüttel)

Is Nursing at Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften (Hochschule Braunschweig/Wolfenbüttel) 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 Nursing 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 Nursing at Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften (Hochschule Braunschweig/Wolfenbüttel)?

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 Nursing?

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 Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften (Hochschule Braunschweig/Wolfenbüttel) — 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.

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