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Health Sciences

Staatsexamen Human Medicine at University of Bonn

University of Bonn, Germany

Programme overview

Students of Human Medicine acquire basic knowledge of human body functions and diseases. The degree program focuses on conveying skills that qualify for the work as a physician, including diagnostics and treatment of diseases. Other key areas are the promotion of health, prevention of disease and rehabilitation.

Duration: 12 semesters (6 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught; Staatsexamen  |  Intake: Wintersemester (winter semester)  |  Location: Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

The degree program is divided into several phases. At first, students acquire basic knowledge in biology, physics and chemistry, along with an introduction to the human body and specific functions. This is followed by courses discussing possible diseases as well as examination and treatment methods.

Career pathways

Physician in hospitals/clinics/health authorities/private practices, independent examiner at health/pension insurance companies, company physician, positions at professional associations, journalism (medical journals), academia (teaching/research at universities, research institutions, etc.)

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Application information

Entry requirements

University entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur); German language proficiency (DSH level 2, CEFR level C1, as per DSH exam. regulations). Admission restricted: National Selection Process.

Intake: Wintersemester (winter semester)

Duration: 12 semesters (6 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-bonn.de/application-portal

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