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MSc Medical Engineering at University of Stuttgart

University of Stuttgart, Germany

Programme overview

The Master’s programme in Medical Engineering offers multiple natural- and engineering science disciplines for developing innovative technological solutions in various areas of medical engineering. This study programme lets the University of Stuttgart leverage the many opportunities offered by its broad subject portfolio, with its combination of depth of disciplines and interdisciplinary networking of the engineering and natural sciences, for practice-oriented research and teaching medical engineering. A total of twelve institutes and subject areas spread over five faculties of the University of Stuttgart participate in the medical engineering Master’s programme.

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, German-taught  |  Intake: Winter or summer semester  |  Location: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

In addition, an exchange area exists with the University of Tuebingen and its biomedical technologies Master’s study programme.

Career pathways

The skills developed during our master's programme will allow you to pursue a variety of career opportunities, whether as a medical technician, starting your own business, or applying to medical graduate programmes.

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Application information

Entry requirements

This degree programme is right for you if you are interested in a range of disciplines from biomechanics and nanotechnology to optics, cybernetics, programming, and engineering design. Our courses focus on both theoretical and practical skills in these subjects. You will study in our state-of-the-art facilities and as part of our interdisciplinary community. This gives you the opportunity to explore your interests in the fields of biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer engineering to find a career that suits you. Every application will be evaluated on an individual basis. We welcome students from all over the world. Which areas of specialisation are there? You can select two from the 12 specialisation subjects: Automation and communication Imaging methods and sensor signal processing in medical technology Biomechanics and bionics Biomedical materials and process engineering Biomedical engineering Engineering of ceramic components, composite materials and surface engineering Plastics engineering Medical device technology Microsystems technology Optical methods and systems in medical technology Automation control System dynamics Admission Requirements The complete information on the admission process, language requirements and the criteria for the assessment of professional suitability can be found in the admission regulations, published on the German website. General information on the Master's application Application period for the winter semester: May 15 – July 15 summer semester: December 1 – January 15 Macrostructure The macrostructure for the examination regulations 2022 shows you the basic structure of the Medical Engineering Master’s degree programme. If you cannot read the macrostructure, please contact the programme manager ( Ms. Bosse-Mettler )

Intake: Winter or summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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