Bachelor's degree programmes
Flyers, module handbooks, study and examination regulations
- Module handbook (German, 2025)
- Flyer (German, 2025)
The following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2025/2026
- Framework Examination Regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2022)
- Framework study regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 03/2025)
- Module handbook (German, 2024)
- Flyer (German, 2024)
The following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2024/2025
- Framework Examination Regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2022)
- Framework study regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 03/2024)
- Module handbook (German, 2024)
- Flyer (German, 2024)
The following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2024/2025
- Framework Examination Regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2022)
- Framework study regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 03/2024)
- Module handbook (German, 2024)
- Flyer (German, 2024)
The following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2024/2025
- Framework Examination Regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2022)
- Framework study regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 03/2024)
- Module handbook (German, 2024)
- Flyer (German, 2024)
The following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2024/2025:
- Framework Examination Regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2022)
- Framework study regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 03/2024)
- Module handbook (German, 2022)
- Flyer (German, 2025)
The following study and examination regulations will apply from the winter semester 2022/2023:
- Framework Examination Regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2022)
- Framework study regulations of the University of Applied Sciences Jena (German, reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 03/2022)
Master's degree programmes
Flyers, module handbooks, study and examination regulations, application requirements
- Course Manual (English, 2026)
- Flyer (English, 2026)
Following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2026/2027:
- Framework Examination Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2022)
- Framework Study Regulations of the EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 09/2025)
Application requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, natural sciences (such as materials science, materials engineering, chemistry, mineralogy, physics, physical engineering)
Assessment at a glance:
- Grade counts! → the better the grade, the more points (up to 45 points)
- Study programme fits? → quality & relevance of your Bachelor's degree programme (up to 50 points)
- Research? → academic achievements through research work (up to 15 points)
Admission: with at least 80 out of 110 points
Language skills? → good command of English → proven by a current TOEFL or IELTS test.
Have you obtained your degree abroad? Please note the application requirements for studying in Germany.
If you have any questions, please visit our FAQs!
- Course Manual (German, 2025)
- Flyer (German, 2025)
Following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2025/2026:
- Framework Examination Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2022)
- Framework Study Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (03/2025)
Application requirements
- Option 1: Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in a healthcare profession with at least 210 ECTS credits or state examination (medicine) + at least 1 year of professional experience in a healthcare profession
- Option 2: Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in a healthcare profession with at least 180 ECTS credits + at least 2 years of professional experience in a healthcare profession
Assessment at a glance:
- Education (e.g. sports science, occupational medicine, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy or optometry) → up to 30 points
- Professional experience (at least 3 years in a healthcare profession) → up to 30 points
- Letter of motivation (approx. 3,000 characters - your background & goal) → up to 10 points
- Selection interview (90 to 120 minutes - knowledge & practice as for a university degree) → up to 30 points
Admission: with at least 75 out of 100 points
Have you obtained your degree abroad? Please note the application requirements for studying in Germany.
- Course Manual (German, 2022)
- Flyer (German, 2025)
Following study and examination regulations will apply from summer semester 2025:
- Framework Examination Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2022)
- Framework Study Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 03/2022)
- Study programme specific regulations 1st Amendment (German, 12/2024)
Application requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in ophthalmic optics/ optometry with at least 210 ECTS credits; for degrees with 180 ECTS credits: proof of additional 30 ECTS credits up to the Master's degree (such as practical professional skills, subject-specific further education and training, subject-specific activities abroad, active participation in relevant professional associations) required.
- At least one year of professional experience in applied optometry
Assessment at a glance:
- Grade counts! → the better the grade, the more points (up to 75 points)
- Study programme fits? → quality & relevance of your Bachelor's degree programme (up to 20 points)
- Research? → academic achievements through research work (up to 20 points)
- Motivation? → informative letter of motivation (up to 10 points)
Admission: with at least 50 out of 125 points
Have you obtained your degree abroad? Please note the admission requirements for studying in Germany.
- Course Manual (German, 2024)
- Flyer (German, 2024)
- Flyer Specialisation in Precision Engineering (German, 2024)
Following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2024/2025:
- Framework Examination Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2022)
- Framework Study Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 03/2024)
Application requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, natural sciences (such as laser and optotechnologies, ophthalmic optics, precision engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, physical engineering, industrial engineering)
Assessment at a glance:
- Grade counts! → the better the grade, the more points (up to 75 points)
- Study programme fits? → quality & relevance of your Bachelor's degree programme (up to 20 points)
- Research? → academic achievements through research work (up to 20 points)
- Motivation? → informative letter of motivation (up to 10 points)
Admission: with at least 50 out of 125 points
Language skills? → good knowledge of foreign languages → usually proven by foreign language modules in the Bachelor's programme.
Have you obtained your degree abroad? Please note the application requirements for studying in Germany.
- Course Manual (German, 2024)
- Flyer (German, 2024)
Following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2024/2025:
- Framework Examination Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2022)
- Framework Study Regulations of the EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 03/2024)
Application requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, natural sciences (such as ophthalmic optics, optometry, biology, medicine, physiology, laser and optotechnologies)
Assessment at a glance:
- Grade counts! → the better the grade, the more points (up to 75 points)
- Study programme fits? → quality & relevance of your Bachelor's degree programme (up to 20 points)
- Research? → academic achievements through research work (up to 20 points)
- Motivation? → informative letter of motivation (up to 10 points)
Admission: with at least 50 out of 125 points
Language skills? → good knowledge of foreign languages → usually proven by foreign language modules in the Bachelor's programme.
Have you obtained your degree abroad? Please note the application requirements for studying in Germany.
- Course Manual (English, 2021)
- Flyer (English, 2022)
Following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2021/2022:
- Framework Examination Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2022)
- Framework Study Regulations of the EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 09/2021)
- Study programme specific regulations 1st Amendment (09/2024)
Application requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, natural sciences (such as physical engineering, physics, microtechnology, precision engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering)
Assessment at a glance:
- Grade counts! → the better the grade, the more points (up to 75 points)
- Study programme fits? → quality & relevance of your Bachelor's degree programme (up to 25 points)
- Research? → academic achievements through research work (up to 15 points)
Admission: with at least 50 out of 115 points
Language skills? → good English language skills → proven by a current TOEFL or IELTS test.
Have you obtained your degree abroad? Please note the application requirements for studying in Germany.
If you have any questions, please visit our FAQs!
- Course Manual (english, 2026)
- Flyer (english, 2026)
Following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2026/2027:
- Framework Examination Regulations of EAH Jena (Reading version, 2022)
- Framework Study Regulations of the EAH Jena (Reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (09/2025)
Application requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, natural sciences (such as precision engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, microtechnology, physical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, electronics, optics, photonics)
Assessment at a glance:
- Grade counts! (minimum grade 3.0) → the better the grade, the more points (up to 45 points)
- Study programme fits? → quality & relevance of your Bachelor's programme (up to 50 points)
- Research? → academic achievements through research work (up to 15 points)
Admission: with at least 55 out of 110 points
Language skills? → good command of English → proven by a current TOEFL or IELTS test.
Have you obtained your degree abroad? Please note the application requirements for studying in Germany.
If you have any questions, please visit our FAQs!
- Course Manual (German, 2021)
- Flyer (German, 2022)
Following study and examination regulations will apply from winter semester 2021/2022:
- Framework Examination Regulations of EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2022)
- Framework Study Regulations of the EAH Jena (German, Reading version, 2020)
- Study programme specific regulations (German, 09/2021)
Application requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, natural sciences (such as materials engineering, chemistry, mineralogy, physical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering)
Assessment at a glance:
- Grade counts! → the better the grade, the more points (up to 75 points)
- Study programme fits? → quality & relevance of your Bachelor's degree programme (up to 20 points)
- Research? → academic achievements through research work (up to 20 points)
- Motivation? → informative letter of motivation (up to 10 points)
Admission: with at least 50 out of 125 points
Language skills? → good English language skills → proven by a current TOEFL test or foreign language modules in the Bachelor's programme.
Have you completed your degree abroad? Please note the application requirements for studying in Germany.
Further training courses
Flyers, module handbooks, study and examination regulations
- Flyer "Optometrist (FH)" (2025)
The module descriptions can be found in the module handbook of the part-time Bachelor's degree programme "Optometry".
- Flyer "Business economist for optometry/optometry (FH)" (2025)
- Flyer "Clinical Optometrist (FH)" (2025)
- Flyer "Contact lens specialist (FH)" (2025)
- Flyer "Low Vision Specialist (FH)" (2025)
- Flyer "Binocular vision specialist (FH)" (2025)
- Flyer "Sports Optometrist (FH)" (2025)
The module descriptions can be found in the module handbook of the part-time Master's degree programme "Clinical Optometry".
The following study and examination regulations apply from the winter semester 2019/2020
- Study regulations (07/2017)
- Study regulations 1st amendment (09/2019)
- Examination regulations (07/2017)
- Examination regulations 1st amendment (09/2019)