The following content, including all additional information pages, is provided in English for informational purposes only. The legally binding version is the German text. The language of instruction in the Midwifery Science degree program is German.
Interested in studies
Welcome and thank you for your interest in this study program!
The period after graduating from high school is an exciting and often difficult time. You are faced with a bewildering array of possibilities. We hope that we can provide you with clarity regarding our midwifery program in Bonn.
We invite you to learn more about the requirements and potential of this program and to gain an initial insight into your possible future as a midwifery student.
You want to become a midwife?
01.
Reflect
Part of choosing the right degree program involves taking a close look at your own interests and abilities. Find out about the duration, structure, content, and scope of the program. Consider the career prospects and alternatives. Feel free to take advantage of our academic advising services (contact details at the bottom of this page).
02.
Try it out
We recommend that you complete an internship in clinical and freelance midwifery before starting your studies. This will allow you to test your decision to become a midwife and study midwifery science.
03.
Apply
Please read carefully which application documents you need. Prepare all documents in full. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. During the application phase in spring, you can upload your documents via our application portal.
General studies orientation
First, we will briefly introduce you to the special features of the dual midwifery degree program. It differs significantly from non-dual bachelor's degree programs in a number of ways.
Dual studies:
- Close integration of theoretical teaching at the University of Bonn and practical training at the University Hospital Bonn and other partners.
- As a dual student, you will receive a training contract from the University Hospital Bonn with the corresponding standard training allowance.
- Due to the (legally prescribed) nature of dual study programs, deviations from the usual university semester structures may occur. Vacation entitlement is based on labor law.
- With this degree program, you will earn a double qualification: state-recognized midwife + bachelor's degree in midwifery science.
Scope and structure of the program:
- 8 semesters standard period of study, 240 ECTS
- The program includes 2,240 hours of clinical/non-clinical practice in accordance with the requirements of the Midwifery Act (HebG).
- The state examinations for midwives take place in the 7th and 8th semesters, and the bachelor's thesis is scheduled for the 8th semester.
Career options:
After completing your studies, you can work as a freelance midwife or as a midwife employed in obstetrics departments. You can cover the entire field of midwifery care (pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care). It is also possible to continue on to a master's program and pursue an academic career in teaching and research.
Goal
The bachelor's degree program in midwifery science serves to qualify specialists who have scientific expertise and are able to master the challenges of midwifery in healthcare practice. In addition, graduates will be able to reflect on their practical work in a scientifically sound manner. The program thus meets the need for application-oriented and scientifically trained experts in obstetric facilities.
Contents
Das Studium gliedert sich in 4 Lernbereiche:
Learning area 1, midwifery and nursing in theory and practice (this also includes practical training)
Learning area 2, scientific and medical knowledge required to practice midwifery
Learning area 3, knowledge of health structures, legislative requirements, and the social science and psychological basis of midwifery
Learning area 4, fundamentals of scientific thinking and working, as well as fundamentals of quantitative and qualitative research
You can find a detailed description of the course and module content in the module handbook.
You are applying for a dual study place at the Medical Faculty of the University of Bonn. Applications can only be submitted via this application portal. The portal will open in good time at the start of the application phase.
The following documents must be submitted with your application:
[only PDF files will be accepted]
- Letter of motivation
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of university entrance qualification (e.g., general university entrance qualification certificate or, if applicable, last semester's report card)
- Internship certificate(s) and certificates of initial experience in obstetrics (including internship contracts for internships you will be starting shortly)
- Other supporting documents
If you are offered a place on the dual study program, you will need to provide an extended police clearance certificate and a medical certificate confirming your fitness for health reasons before signing the contract. These are not required at the application stage.
Please note our deadlines. Applications will not be accepted after the deadlines. The application period for the winter semester runs from February 1 to March 31.
Contact Academic Advising
Information about the studies
Course title: Midwifery Science
Qualification: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) and professional qualification as a midwife
ECTS credit points: 240
Standard period of study: 8 semesters
Type of study: dual full-time study
Start of study: each winter semester
Number of places: 35 per academic year
- University entrance qualification (e.g., general university entrance qualification or comparable qualification).
To verify comparable qualifications, please contact the Student Secretariat at the University of Bonn. - German language skills (language level C1 according to CEFR)
Proof of this is provided by a university entrance qualification obtained at a German-speaking institution, a German language test (e.g., DSH 2, TestDaF at level TDN 4) or an equivalent qualification. - If your application is successful, you will be offered a training position at the University Hospital Bonn and can then enroll at the University of Bonn upon presentation of your training contract.
- To conclude the contract, you must provide proof of medical fitness in the form of a current medical certificate and a current extended certificate of good conduct.
The midwifery program is dual. This means that, in addition to enrolling and attending theoretical classes at the University of Bonn, midwifery students also receive practical training at a practice facility. The practice facility is the University Hospital Bonn, with additional cooperation partners in the greater Bonn area.
The application process for a dual study place in midwifery science is only possible via our online form. The selection process is a joint process between the University of Bonn and the University Hospital Bonn; a separate application to either institution is not necessary and not possible.
The following documents must be submitted with the application:
- Letter of motivation
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of university entrance qualification (e.g., high school diploma or, if applicable, last semester report card)
- Internship certificate(s) and certificates of initial experience in obstetrics (including internship contracts for internships you will be starting shortly)
- Other certificates (e.g., for social engagement)
Pre-study internship
In addition to a general university entrance qualification, it is particularly important to us that you have already gained in-depth knowledge of the profession of midwifery (this term is used in a gender-neutral manner). We recommend that you complete an internship in clinical and freelance midwifery before starting your studies. This will help you to solidify your decision to become a midwife and study midwifery.
Interest in working in direct physical contact with people
Interest in natural sciences and obstetrics
Possible career fields
- Work as a midwife in obstetrics departments in the US and abroad, including in management positions
- Working as a freelance midwife
- Working in birthing centers
- Working in the field of medical education
- Working in scientific publishing
- Working in social institutions and counseling centers
- Science (teaching/research at universities, research institutions, etc.)
Notices for internation students
Information on the equivalence of foreign certificates can be found on the website of the Central Office for Foreign Education. Applicants can find out more here in advance. Once the application has been submitted, foreign certificates can be sent by the department to the Student Secretariat (intstud@verwaltung.uni-bonn.de) for review and grading.
