Master Medical Engineering — photo: Sebastian Reuter

Medical Engineering (M.Sc.)

Overview

Degree

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Duration

4 Semester

ECTS points

120 ECTS

Language

German

Study start

Winter semester (1st October)

Semester fee

305,30 €

Admission

Suitability procedure

Application period

15.05. to 15.07.

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The Master's program in Medical Engineering at University of Applied Sciences Jena provides specialized knowledge of modern medical electronic device and system development. The focus is on medical technology research and applications with emphasis on selected areas such as medical measurement technology, diagnostic sensor technology and imaging. The master's program will enable you to apply and develop various devices and processes. In order to prepare you early on for the requirements of modern technology-oriented companies and research institutions, the research orientation of the program includes a project work phase extending over three semesters. During this time, you will work on your own projects in cooperation with companies and other scientific institutions. You can also gain insight into the everyday working life of various institutions such as the University Hospital as part of some of the courses.

What makes this degree programme special?

Interface between medicine and technology: Scientifically based training with a focus on modern medical technology systems and devices
State-of-the-art technologies: Course content includes robotics in medicine, biophotonics, AI in medicine and imaging
Research-oriented and closely linked to practical application: Three semesters of project work in cooperation with companies and research institutions.

What is the structure of the programme?

The Master's programme in Medical Technology has a standard period of study of four semesters. In the first three semesters, in addition to modules in mathematics and computer science, you will receive in-depth, scientifically oriented training in medical technology core areas such as medical measurement technology, medical physics and biosignal processing. In the third semester, you have the opportunity to specialise further through elective modules based on your own interests. Throughout the entire Master's programme, emphasis is placed on a strongly practice-oriented education. For example, this includes one research project per semester.

The 4th semester is devoted entirely to writing the Master's thesis. The Master's thesis is usually written in a company or in a research institution, as this gives you valuable insights into the processes of business or research. Ideally, you will also find your first permanent job after graduation.

Module overview

Informatik III

Scientific Computing

Embedded Digital Systems

Medizinische Gerätetechnik

Medizinproduktentwicklung I

Projektarbeit I

English for Specific Purposes

Biosignalverarbeitung

KI in der Medizin

Robotik in der Medizin

Medizinproduktentwicklung II

Projektarbeit II

Klinische Praxis

Medizinische Bildverarbeitung

Biophotonik

Medizinische Bildgebung

Projektarbeit III

Wahlpflichtmodule

Masterarbeit

What are the entry requirements?

Bachelor's or diploma degree, especially in the fields of medical technology or biomedical engineering. In addition, successful admission requires a positive result in the internal selection procedure, in which the following characteristics are taken into account:

The overall grade of the Bachelor's or Diploma degree (max. 65 points).
Publications, posters or scientific presentations (up to ten points)
Substance and persuasiveness of the motivation letter (up to five points)
Professional training and professional experience in biomedical engineering (up to ten points)
Additional specialist qualifications in the field of biomedical engineering (up to ten points)
Recommendations of academic reviewers (up to ten points)

To pass the examination, the applicant must score at least 60 out of a maximum of 110 points.

What career prospects do I have after completing my studies?

With a Master's degree in medical technology, many doors are open to you.
In hospitals, research institutes, companies and universities, graduates can take on the following tasks, among others:

Engineering development and production of medical electronic devices and sensory systems.
Application-oriented research and development of medical information technology
Development, implementation and monitoring of hardware and software solutions in the field of medical devices
Biomedical research
Assumption of tasks in the following company departments: Project Management, Product Development, Marketing & Sales, Quality Management, Information Technology.

In addition, the Master's degree qualifies you to pursue a career in the higher civil service of the federal and state governments. It also opens up the possibility of a doctorate to particularly high-performing students.

How does the application process work?

Application period 15.05. to 15.07.

1. Register

Note: Please register only once, even if you wish to apply for more than one degree program.

2. Add application and enter data electronically (also upload supporting documents)

Log in to the application platform with your access data. Use the menu item “Add application” and select the Master's program for which you would like to apply. You can submit a maximum of three applications.

3. Submit application electronically

At the end of the online application, confirm that your electronic details are correct and submit your application or applications electronically by the deadline.

4. Selection committee

If your application, including all application documents, is complete, it will be forwarded to the relevant selection committee in the respective department for review. The selection committee will check whether you meet all the requirements for admission to the desired master's program.

5. Result of the admission procedure

Once the admission procedure has been completed, we will send you the result in the form of an electronic notification.

6. Apply for digital enrollment (if you have been offered admission)

After receiving the electronic admission notification, the first thing you need to do is to accept the place offered in your desired Master's program in the application portal (menu item: Accept place at university). Then you apply for enrollment electronically (menu item: Apply for enrollment).

7. Enrollment and documents

Please sign the printed application for enrollment (PDF). Then bring it by person to the University of Applied Sciences Jena together with all the documents required for enrollment (see document checklist on the application) within the enrollment period.

8. Enrollment is complete

As soon as the enrollment documents have been received by the University of Applied Sciences Jena in person and you have been enrolled, you will receive a starter pack for your Master's program at our University from the University's Master Service.

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