Midwifery for qualified nurses

As a midwife, you will be responsible for supporting and advising expectant mothers, parents and families from pregnancy to childbirth and beyond.

A Bachelor of Science in Midwifery enables you to play your part in shaping the future of obstetrics. As a midwife, you are the first point of contact for expectant parents, offering advice and support. The degree programme provides a thorough grounding in the theoretical and practical aspects of this fascinating profession. You will study part-time in Bern.

«As a midwife I have a lot of responsibility» – Christine Thierstein explains the versatility of her profession. (in German)

Begin your studies in spring 2026.

Factsheet

  • Title/Degree Bachelor of Science (BSc)
  • Specialisations None
  • Mode of study Part-time (5 semesters)
  • Start date Academic year 2025 | 17 February 2025
    Academic year 2026 | 16 February 2026
  • Application deadline Academic year 2025 | 15 July 2024
    Academic year 2026 | 15 July 2025
  • ECTS credits 120 ECTS-Credits
  • Teaching language German, partly English
  • Location Bern
  • School School of Health Professions
  • Next info event 16 January 2025

This degree programme is offered in German. For detailed information, go to the German page.