| The most important facts at a glance: | |
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| Degree: | |
| Standard period of studies: | 6 years, 3 months |
| Start: | Winter and summer semester |
| Applicants with foreign certificates: | Language of instruction: German Required language certificate: DSH-2 Required course for the Assessment Test (Feststellungsprüfung): M-Course. To find out if you are required to take the Assessment Test, check your Certificate of Recognition. |
| Admission restrictions: | Restricted |
| Application: | You find information on the application procedure for international students here. |
| Deadlines: | Please keep in mind that you need a certification of recognition for all foreign certificates. The recognition process takes up to six weeks and the certificate must be included in your application. Winter semester: June 1 - September 1 Summer semester: December 1 - March 1 If you combine a Two-subject Bachelor whose admission is open with one whose is restricted, the deadlines are: Winter semester: June 1 - July 15 Summer semester: December 1 - January 15 |
| Faculty: | Faculty 04: University Medical Center |
| Accreditation: | The accreditation of study programmes for Bachelor and Master Degrees constitutes as a precondition for the granting of state approval. |
Subject Matter
Medicine is a science that deals with the causes, treatment and prevention of diseases. The core duties of a doctor consist of the detection (diagnosis) and treatment (therapy) of ailments and diseases, as well as prevention, aftercare and, not least, research.
The law of the Federal Republic of Germany stipulates that medical practice is only permitted with a medical license. The state issues the license to practice.
Information
The International Office offers counselling for international students about the application process and general information.
The Academic Advisory Office offers specific information on the subject (List available in German only).
The Student representatives give information from a student perspective (List available in German only).