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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg
Bachelor German Medicine & Health

Nursing

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

About the Program

This cooperative degree programme in Nursing delivers a double qualification: an academic degree and comprehensive vocational training for a professional licence in nursing. The theoretical course trains students in scientific, psychosocial and ethical aspects of nursing alongside fundamental competencies in nursing research and process management. Students learn both the theory and practice of patient-oriented nursing care. The course is divided into practical and theoretical modules taught at the HAW Hamburg Department of Nursing and Management. Students complete practical components with cooperation partners in and around Hamburg, learning patient-care skills in inpatient care (hospitals), long-term care (nursing homes) and outpatient care (nursing services). The program provides thorough grounding in key associated disciplines from social, life and behavioral sciences, including medicine, psychology, sociology and education science.
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This cooperative degree programme in Nursing delivers a double qualification: an academic degree and comprehensive vocational training for a professional licence in nursing. The theoretical course trains students in scientific, psychosocial and ethical aspects of nursing alongside fundamental competencies in nursing research and process management. Students learn both the theory and practice of patient-oriented nursing care. The course is divided into practical and theoretical modules taught at the HAW Hamburg Department of Nursing and Management. Students complete practical components with cooperation partners in and around Hamburg, learning patient-care skills in inpatient care (hospitals), long-term care (nursing homes) and outpatient care (nursing services). The program provides thorough grounding in key associated disciplines from social, life and behavioral sciences, including medicine, psychology, sociology and education science.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Nursing at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg

Is Nursing 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 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 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 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 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.

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