Midwifery

University of Applied Sciences: FH JOANNEUM

Study locations: Graz

Topic: Health Sciences

Duration of studies: 6 Semester

Type of study course: Bachelor degree programme

Graduation: BSc

Link to courses of study: www.fh-joanneum.at/heb

Study language: German

Short description:

The word “midwife” derives from Middle English and denotes a woman (“wife”) who is with (“mid”) the mother at birth. Today it is still the midwife who “provides support” to women during pregnancy, birth and the period of recuperation immediately afterwards. This bachelor degree programme focuses on midwifery and obstetrics. You will acquire the necessary advisory capabilities and familiarise yourself with the profession in the course of several internships.

Study focus:

Obstetrics, midwifery, individual care, newborn care, midwifery studies, personality training

Organisation form: Full-time

Number of study places per year: 15

Work placement: Internships in first to sixth semesters

Admission requirements:

University entrance qualification or professional qualification with additional examinations

Mode of application: Written application including CV, copy of school certificates and proof of citizenship as well as completed Application Form and health record

Application deadline: Spring: 30 March 2012

Dates for admission procedure: Spring: assessment test from 23 April 2012

Admission procedure: Application, written assessment test, interview

Begin of studies: Autumn 2012

Info days: OPEN HOUSE Graz: 24. März 2012