In-Person and Online Days for the 2026/2027 Winter Semester
2nd Semester, Bachelor's in Nursing Education:
In-person → Monday and Tuesday
Online → Friday
4th Semester
In-person → Monday and Tuesday
Online → Thursday
6th semester
In-person → Tuesday and Wednesday
Online → Thursday
Online/In-Person Information Sessions
September 30, 2026 In-person event at 6:00 p.m. Room C 2.107
October 14, 2026 Online session at 6:00 p.m.
November 25, 2026 In-person event at 6:00 p.m.
December 9, 2026: Online session at 6:00 p.m.
January 15, 2027 Online session at 6:00 p.m.
Register for the sessions of your choice with no obligation (anika.werner@hwg-lu.de).
After you register, you will receive the access link for the respective online sessions in a timely manner.
The in-person events will take place on our campus in Ludwigshafen.
Profile
Reasons for studying Nursing Education at the HWG LU...
- Flexible study options
- Two attendance days and one online day per week
- Tailored coordination of the modules
- Courses geared towards practical requirements
- Initiation of networking and academic discourse
- Access to current literature (analog, digital)
- Digital platform for communication and learning organization
- Family-friendly university
- No compulsory attendance
Nursing Education Degree Program – The Path to Educational Expertise in the Health and Nursing Sector
The Nursing Education degree program prepares students for careers as educators in healthcare training and continuing education. A solid foundation in nursing science, pedagogy, and educational management provides the basis for competently guiding and supporting the next generation of nursing professionals.
The degree program combines content from the fields of education, nursing science, and pedagogy, thereby creating an optimal foundation for a career in nursing education. The degree program equips students with the skills to develop innovative teaching methods and to actively help shape educational processes in various institutions.
Head of degree program
Prof. Dr. phil. Armin Leibig & Dipl. Pol. Kai Mosebach
Content & procedure
1. modules subject area scientific basics
Introduction to educational science, nursing science, health science and ethics
2. modules with topics on science and research
Methods and techniques of scientific work
Research methods and research project
3. modules with topics on education and learning
Basic knowledge of general didactics,
didactics of nursing, didactics of vocational learning
Further information on the modular content
1. module subject area scientific basics
- Introduction to educational science, nursing science, health science and ethics
2nd module with topics on science and research
- Methods and techniques of scientific work
- Research methods and research project
3rd module with topics on education and learning
- Basic knowledge of general didactics,
- Nursing didactics, didactics of vocational learning
4th module with topics from nursing science
- Development and status of nursing science
- Professional nursing practice
- Problems and solutions in gerontological care
- Counseling in nursing
5th module with topics from health science
- Structures of the healthcare system and nursing training
- Health and illness in a social context
- Health promotion and prevention
6th module on the learning location practice
- Practical semester (5th semester)
7th module: Bachelor's thesis
- A scientific question from the fields of nursing education or nursing science is worked on independently under supervision
8th module (virtual): Critical examination of the professional field of nursing
- Critical examination of the healthcare system and the professional field of nursing from various perspectives, e.g. historical, social, professional policy...
9th module Professional nursing care in different phases of life
- Evidence-based nursing: the importance of scientifically based action in nursing care
- Ethics in nursing practice
10th module Advice, information and training in nursing care
- Legal foundations
- Salutogenesis, self-management, health literacy and empowerment
11th module Structures of the healthcare system and nursing training
- Academization and professionalization of nursing education, training and continuing education
- Nursing chamber movement as an aspect of professionalization
12th module Health and illness in a social context
- Concepts of health, illness and disability (biological-medical, psychological, social) in the context of historical changes in meaning and the interests of relevant stakeholders
13th module practical semester
- Lesson observation and lesson preparation, implementation and evaluation
14th module Bachelor's thesis
- Working on an independently selected question from the field of nursing education or nursing science
- Bachelor's colloquium
Further information on the course of study
The course is modularized, i.e. there are 14 thematic units, so-called modules, which are studied over the course of the six semesters.
The modules generally extend over two semesters and each module concludes with a module examination.
Credit points are awarded for each module examination passed.
A total of 210 credit points are awarded in the seven semesters (one of which is virtual) (30 credit points per semester).
In the fourth and fifth semesters, students carry out an independent research project under supervision.
In the fifth semester, students complete a 16-week internship semester integrated into their studies.
In the sixth semester, students write their Bachelor's thesis as their final project.
Application & Admission
Application
The "Apply" button leads to a short guide on how to register and apply.
Unsure which documents need to be uploaded to the portal? The following overview will help:
A list of all types of entrance qualifications can be found here:
General application forms:
Admission requirements
- A-levels or entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences in conjunction with completed training as a healthcare and nursing assistant, healthcare and pediatric nurse, geriatric nurse, midwife or maternity nurse or as a nursing specialist
- Completed three years of training + two years of professional experience + professional qualification (training) with an overall grade of at least 2.5
Questions about the application?
The Student Service Center (SSC) team is happy to assist with any questions regarding applications and admission—whether you need help with the application process or have questions about the required documents.
By phone and email (all day)
Email: ssc-bewerbung@ 8< SPAM protection, please remove >8 hwg-lu.de
Phone: +49 621 5203-0
In-person appointments
Mon and Tue: 9 :30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thu: 9 :30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wed and Fri: closed
If you have questions about the content or focus of a specific degree program, the respective program managers for your desired program will be happy to assist you. You can find their contact information below.
