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Diplôme de formation approfondie en sciences maïeutiques (DFASMa) - Sage-femme at Nantes Université

Nantes Université, France

Programme overview

The second cycle of midwifery studies deepens the scientific and practical knowledge needed to practise as a midwife, with fundamental and biomedical sciences, human and social sciences, public health and clinical training and placements.

Faculty: UFR Médecine et Techniques Médicales  |  Duration: 4 semesters (120 ECTS, master level)  |  Study mode: full-time; compulsory placements; language of instruction: French  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Nantes, Pays de la Loire, France

What you will study

Fundamental and biomedical sciences, human and social sciences, public health and all disciplines needed for midwifery practice, clinical training and placements, scientific method, interprofessional teamwork and communication, and continuing professional development; hospital, private clinic, health centre and liberal practice partners.

Career pathways

Midwife in hospitals, health centres and liberal practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Holders of the diplôme de formation générale en sciences maïeutiques.

Intake: September

Duration: 4 semesters (120 ECTS, master level)

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