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Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
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Ethics and Law

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About the Program

The consecutive Master's program Medicine - Ethics - Law (MER) with 120 credit points and the M.mel. degree (Master of Medicine, Ethics and Law) is unique in Germany. The interdisciplinary study provides students with insights into the intersections of medicine, ethics, and law. The program addresses topics at this intersection that are increasingly in focus: medical progress meets an aging society (demographic change), rising healthcare costs create enormous cost pressure, and intensive medical care around the end of human life is considered one of the most important economic issues. The program covers medical aspects through both theory (lectures in forensic medicine and anatomy) and practice (emergency care), legal aspects including the full range of medical law from medical liability to transplantation law, and ethical discussions approaching controversial core questions (e.g., human will, self-determination, euthanasia, fundamental questions of morality).
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The consecutive Master's program Medicine - Ethics - Law (MER) with 120 credit points and the M.mel. degree (Master of Medicine, Ethics and Law) is unique in Germany. The interdisciplinary study provides students with insights into the intersections of medicine, ethics, and law. The program addresses topics at this intersection that are increasingly in focus: medical progress meets an aging society (demographic change), rising healthcare costs create enormous cost pressure, and intensive medical care around the end of human life is considered one of the most important economic issues. The program covers medical aspects through both theory (lectures in forensic medicine and anatomy) and practice (emergency care), legal aspects including the full range of medical law from medical liability to transplantation law, and ethical discussions approaching controversial core questions (e.g., human will, self-determination, euthanasia, fundamental questions of morality).

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Law Medicine Ethics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Ethics and Law at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

Is Ethics and Law at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg taught in German or English?

This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Ethics and Law programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Ethics and Law at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Ethics and Law?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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