Information for prospective students

Contents of the study programme

Based on the prior knowledge of engineering and natural sciences obtained during the bachelor, the master programme offers in depth studies of medical systems engineering, in particular medical technology, medical informatics and medical physics. Among others, the students can specialize and gain broad knowledge in the following fields: medical imaging, neuroscience, medical interventions and deep learning. Please check the module descriptions for more detailed information.

Due to the close contact to the Magdeburg University Hospital, the students have the extraordinary chance to take part in surgeries and see the daily clinical work, recognize existing problems and develop solutions which support or help the physician and/or patients.

The study programme at a glance

Degree	Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Workload	4 Semester, including Master's Thesis 120 Credit Points (CP)
Modalaties of study	Fulltime master degree programme (taught in English) Research-oriented curriculum, with reference to applications
Course start	Summer semester
Modalities of application	Without admission restriction Application at the OVGU for the next possible summer semester each year up to 15 March (for applicants with a German Bachelor's degree) Application via uni-assist e.V. for the next possible summer semester each year up to 15 December (for applicants with an international Bachelor's degree, application start from 15 October)
Admission requirements	Bachelor or equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Computerscience, Medical Technology or comparable technical courses First degree of at least 'good' (up to 2.5 in the German academic grading system) A graduated degree should show : at least 20 CP (according to ECTS) in the field of mathematics at least 20 CP (according to ECTS) in the field of electrical and information technology/electronics at least 15 CP (according to ECTS) in the field of physics/medical physics at least 10 CP (according to ECTS) in the field of computer science/programming at least 5 CP (according to ECTS) in the field of anatomy/physiology Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS >= 6.5 or TOEFL >= 90)

Course structure:

The modularly structured course is divided into compulsory and selectable deepening modules. The compulsory modules, which take place mostly in the first semester, provide the basics in the different areas of medical technology. In the further semesters, the students then have the opportunity to choose from the various deepenings and to specialize in the corresponding fields.

You can choose from the following deepenings:

Medical Imaging
Radiation and Medical Physics
Magnetic Resonance Theory and Engineering
Mechanical- and Flow-Simulation in Medical Engineering
Medical Visualization and Interventions
AI in Image and Signal Processing
Physiological and Biological Systems and Modelling
Medical Regulatory Affairs

There is also the opportunity for research-oriented students to follow the so-called 'Research Track'. Here, a research project for 15 credit points can already be performed from the second semester onwards. This can be done in the context of projects at universities, research institutions or in companies.
For such practical experience, the OVGU offers students a large cooperation network in the field of medical technology.

Further details regarding the exact structure and the course of studies can be found in the following documents:

You will also find frequently asked questions in our FAQ for prospective students.