Organisation of the Study Programme and Teaching
The education of the Bachelor of Midwifery is delivered in the form of lectures, seminars, practical exercises, demonstrations and practical work.
In general medical subjects, the student becomes familiar with the structure and function of the human organism. In preclinical subjects, the mechanisms of disease development, their causes and the modes of action of medicines are studied. In clinical medical subjects, diseases are studied, including their recognition, prevention and treatment.
During the study, the student is also introduced to the basics of statistics, informatics and scientific research methodology. A large number of courses include specific midwifery care.
Teaching is organised in rotations, and after completing each course, students take an examination. Knowledge and skills in the midwifery profession are acquired through clinical professional practice integrated into each midwifery care course.
Teaching of professional courses is carried out at the Clinic for Gynaecology and Obstetrics of the Clinical Hospital Centre, as well as in primary healthcare and gynaecological outpatient clinics.
At the end of the study, a final thesis is defended.
The Midwifery study programme is fully aligned with the requirements of EU Directive 2005/36/EC and the Act on Regulated Professions.
General Information
Name of the Programme
Professional Undergraduate Study Programme in Midwifery
Institution and Provider
University of Rijeka, Faculty of Health Studies
Duration of Study
3 years
Admission Requirements
Completed four-year secondary school programme and State Matura
Qualification Awarded
Upon completion of the study, the professional title is awarded: Professional Bachelor of Midwifery (baccalaureus)
Abbreviation of the Professional Title
bacc. obs.
Curriculum
Curriculum for the Academic Year 2025/2026
Detailed Course Plans 2025/2026
After Graduation
Upon completion of the study, the Bachelor of Midwifery will acquire the following competencies based on learning outcomes
- apply knowledge and skills in the field of midwifery care, as well as the principles of midwifery ethics
- assess the need for midwifery care, set goals and priorities, plan and implement appropriate procedures, and evaluate and, where necessary, modify the midwifery care plan
- maintain midwifery documentation and evaluate achieved outcomes in midwifery care
- participate in the education of midwives
- apply occupational safety rules and work safely
- ensure confidentiality and security of written and oral information obtained through the performance of professional duties
- apply applicable laws and regulations in the performance of professional duties
- participate in informing and counselling related to family planning
- diagnose pregnancy and monitor the normal course of pregnancy, and perform examinations necessary to monitor the development of a normal pregnancy
- conduct programmes for preparation for parenthood and comprehensive preparation for childbirth, including advice on hygiene and nutrition
- provide care and assistance to the mother during labour and monitor the condition of the fetus in utero using appropriate clinical methods and technical means
- conduct spontaneous childbirth
- perform examination and care of the newborn
- provide care for the mother and monitor her progress in the postpartum period and provide all necessary advice on infant care to enable her to ensure optimal development of the child
- monitor developments in the profession and participate in research
Bridging Programme
A bridging programme for achieving horizontal mobility from the Professional Undergraduate Study Programme in Nursing to the Professional Undergraduate Study Programme in Midwifery, known as the “Bridging Programme”.
This study programme enables the acquisition of additional knowledge and skills for bachelors of nursing who work in midwifery care, based on their previous education in midwifery and already acquired learning outcomes.
It is aligned with Model II of education from Directive 2005/36/EC, has a duration of 18 months, and an enrolment quota of 15 to 20 students, depending on the needs of the healthcare system