New opportunities in the healthcare system: nursing studies will start in Essen in 2025!

New opportunities in the healthcare system: nursing studies will start in Essen in 2025!

Healthcare in Germany is currently facing several challenges. An aging population, changing clinical patterns and technological progress require new concepts in nursing training. In this context, the University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE), in cooperation with the University Hospital of Essen, is starting a dual bachelor's degree program in nursing sciences, also known as Bachelor of Nursing (B.Sc.), from the winter semester. reports the UDE.

From October 1, 2025, 30 admission-free study places will be offered, which are tied to a training contract with the university hospital and are remunerated according to the collective agreement. The application deadline ends on August 15, 2025. Students can expect an integrative program consisting of theory and practical phases, with the UDE medical faculty and the university hospital being the central training locations. After completing the eight-semester course, graduates receive the academic degree of Bachelor of Science and state recognition as a nursing specialist.

Study content and practical phases

The course is characterized by a close integration of theoretical knowledge and practical experience in various areas of nursing. Evidence-based care is particularly important in oncology, cardiovascular medicine and transplantation. In addition, students have practical assignments from the first semester onwards, which give them the opportunity to immediately apply what they have learned. In the sixth semester there is the possibility of completing stays abroad.

In addition, the course prepares future nurses to support people of all ages. Optional further qualifications in master's programs are available to graduates, who can thus expand their career options. Access to the course requires at least a general or subject-specific university entrance qualification. Nursing specialists with relevant professional experience can start their studies through a shortened lateral entry complements the Evangelical University of Berlin.

Additional information about the application

Applications for the winter semester are currently possible. The deadline for submitting application documents is scheduled to end on July 15th. To do this, those interested must first apply to a provider of practical nursing training. After receiving a training contract, registration in the university's online application portal is required. All necessary documents must be uploaded here states Pflegebildung.net.

There are special admission applications for professionally qualified applicants in accordance with Section 11 BerlHG, which must also be sent directly to the university. Application deadlines and requirements are updated regularly and should be checked on the application portal to ensure all necessary steps are followed.

With the new dual study program, the UDE and the university hospital are responding to the increasing need for qualified nursing staff. The nursing degree not only offers a sound academic foundation, but also the opportunity to practically apply what you have learned in a multifaceted healthcare landscape.