Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Genoa offers a three-year Bachelor's degree program in Midwifery, which aims to train midwives who can operate in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health centers.

Program Details

• Program Code: 9278
• Program Type: Bachelor's degree
• Duration: 3 years
• Credits: 180
• Class: L/SNT1 (Midwifery and Nursing Sciences)
• Access: Admission test
• Available Places: 20 EU students, 1 non-EU student
• Location: Genoa
• Language: Italian
• Teaching Method: Conventional
• Program Coordinator: Ambrogio Pietro Londero
• Department: Department of Neuroscience, Rehabilitation, Ophthalmology, Genetics, and Maternal-Infant Sciences
• Costs: Between 0 and 3000 euros per year
• International Opportunities: International partner universities and research centers

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Midwifery program can work in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health centers, as well as in research and education. They can also pursue further studies, such as Master's degrees or specialized courses.

Course Content

The program covers various topics, including:

• Midwifery in Prevention: The role of midwives in preventive care, including health education and promotion.
• Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Genetics, and Statistics: The foundations of human biology and healthcare.
• Midwifery and Care Relationship: The importance of building strong relationships with patients and their families.
• Fisiopatologia della Riproduzione Umana: The study of human reproduction and reproductive health.
• Gravidanza: Prenatal care and support for pregnant women.
• Nascita: Care during childbirth and the postpartum period.
• Scienze della Salute: The study of health sciences, including health promotion and disease prevention.
• Ricerca: Research methods and techniques in midwifery and healthcare.

Research Areas

The program focuses on various research areas, including:

• Midwifery Care: The study of midwifery practices and their impact on patient outcomes.
• Reproductive Health: The study of human reproduction and reproductive health.
• Health Promotion: The study of health promotion and disease prevention strategies.

FAQ

• What does a midwife do? A midwife provides care and support to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
• What are the requirements for admission to the program? Admission to the program requires passing an admission test.
• What are the career opportunities for graduates of the program? Graduates can work in various healthcare settings, pursue further studies, or work in research and education.
• Can I study abroad? Yes, the program offers international opportunities for study and research.

Contacts

For more information about the program, please contact the Student Office of the School of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences.