Bachelor
German
Medicine & Health
Midwifery
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
About the Program
Graduates of the cooperative B.Sc. degree programme in Midwifery are qualified to practice as midwives. Through academic and evidence-based study and reflection, you will acquire the skills necessary to provide families with all the services typically offered by a midwife, including family planning, care during pregnancy and birth, and support up to the end of a child's first year of life. Academic and practical training are combined in the course structure and content. Upon completing this undergraduate course you will be awarded an academic qualification (B.Sc.) and a licence to practice midwifery. The course's theoretical units are held at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) and the Universität Hamburg's Faculty of Medicine at the Medical Centre Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). The practical components take place in supervising clinical practice facilities and cooperating academic practice facilities in and around Hamburg.
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Graduates of the cooperative B.Sc. degree programme in Midwifery are qualified to practice as midwives. Through academic and evidence-based study and reflection, you will acquire the skills necessary to provide families with all the services typically offered by a midwife, including family planning, care during pregnancy and birth, and support up to the end of a child's first year of life. Academic and practical training are combined in the course structure and content. Upon completing this undergraduate course you will be awarded an academic qualification (B.Sc.) and a licence to practice midwifery. The course's theoretical units are held at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) and the Universität Hamburg's Faculty of Medicine at the Medical Centre Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). The practical components take place in supervising clinical practice facilities and cooperating academic practice facilities in and around Hamburg.
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How do I apply to Midwifery at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg?
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 Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg
Is Midwifery at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg 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 Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg? ▼
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 Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg — 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.