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Double degree programmes

The School of Health Science at ZHAW offers double degree agreements for master’s students in Nursing and Midwifery to obtain a specialized degree from two universities.

Combined degree programmes, as taught at ZHAW, are jointly designed programmes that are offered and organised by two or more universities. They allow students to take part in two independent study programmes, each of which can be completed separately. This type of study enables students to specialise in a certain field or to gain a deeper insight into a second or neighbouring field. Moreover, students will hold degrees from both universities.

Advantages of a combined degree

Our combined degree programme

The ZHAW School of Health Sciences currently offers a combined degree programme in collaboration with Witten/Herdecke University in Germany.

What is a combined degree programme?

The main objective of a combined degree programme is to expand students' knowledge in various areas and give them the opportunity to benefit from a unique international experience.

A combined degree consists of two degrees awarded by two different universities. This type of study enables students to specialise in a specific field or gain a deeper insight into a second or neighbouring field. International combined degree programmes offer knowledge transfer in different countries. They are a unique opportunity to learn about different health systems and job profiles and get to know country-specific healthcare frameworks.

Combined degree programmes are two independent study programmes, each of which can be completed separately. The degree programmes are coordinated to such an extent that mutual recognition of credits is possible. Participating students complete the study programme at their home university (ZHAW) and the respective parts of the study programme at the partner university. After successful completion of the combined study programme, students are awarded Master’s degrees by both universities.