Admission requirements

Evidence of completing a 3-year vocational training in the healthcare professions (including, among others, nursing professions (healthcare and nursing professionals, midwives), therapy professions (speech therapy, occupational and physiotherapy), or medical-technical assistance professions (ATA, OTA, MTA-F, MTA-L, MTA-R, PTA, paramedics, soldiers on duty in the medical service of the Bundeswehr).

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General higher education entrance qualification or University of Applied Sciences entrance qualification or Successfully completed master craftsman's examination or Intermediate school-leaving certificate (at least secondary school leaving certificate) and a qualified completion of a recognized vocational training (at least 3 years, final grade 2.5 or better) or Completion of a professional advancement training of at least 400 hours, a technical college, or a vocational or administrative academy or Final examination in a state-recognized training occupation with subsequent at least 2 years of professionally related work experience to the course of study and passing a separate university entrance examination

Details

The Bachelor's programme 'Physician Assistant' at DIPLOMA University is offered in a work-integrated format and typically lasts for six semesters. Upon completion of the programme, graduates qualify as highly specialized professionals at the interface between medical and nursing activities. The target group for this course are individuals with a completed training in a healthcare profession who wish to enhance their career opportunities in the medical field.

The programme is specifically designed for working professionals as a large part of the lectures take place online. Students benefit from a balanced combination of theory and practice. The curriculum includes essential areas of medicine and pharmacy, digital health solutions such as telemedicine, public health, as well as practical skills in medical communication and emergency medicine.

One unique aspect is the opportunity to focus on either primary care or specialist medical care through elective modules. These specializations broaden the professional scope of the graduates, who can later work in hospitals, practices, or healthcare centres. The study model allows for flexible adaptation to individual study paths, including a gradual reduction of work commitments. The programme culminates in the award of a 'Bachelor of Science' degree, which opens up various options for further study, including in the field of health management or educational programmes.