Master
English
Medicine & Health
International Health
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
About the Program
The Master of Science in International Health (MScIH) programme is a flexible modular study programme, which can be studied full-or part-time. The regular study period is two years full-time (90 ECTS). If relevant professional experience has been acquired before admission to the programme the MScIH can be completed in one year. The programme consists of 4 parts: 1) The Core Course - Tropical Medicine and Public Health (20 ECTS), 2) Advanced Modules (20 ECTS), 3) Relevant Professional Experience (RPE), and 4) Master Thesis (30 ECTS). The Core Course runs from early September until mid-December (15 weeks) and provides the basic knowledge and main principles of International Health. Advanced Modules are selected by students according to their individual interests, mostly as full-time courses of 1-4 weeks duration running between January and June. The Institute of International Health at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin is a member of the tropEd Network for Education in International Health, which facilitates student mobility and participation in modules from network partners in other countries. The programme provides participants with the principles, concepts, skills and tools related to promotion of health, prevention, early detection, treatment and rehabilitation of diseases as well as health system strengthening and informing policy, and prepares participants for a career in the fields of International and Global Health. International Health combines Public Health, Social Medicine, Epidemiology, Tropical Medicine, Economics, and Health Management Sciences, and deals with poverty-related diseases in Low-and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs).
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The Master of Science in International Health (MScIH) programme is a flexible modular study programme, which can be studied full-or part-time. The regular study period is two years full-time (90 ECTS). If relevant professional experience has been acquired before admission to the programme the MScIH can be completed in one year. The programme consists of 4 parts: 1) The Core Course - Tropical Medicine and Public Health (20 ECTS), 2) Advanced Modules (20 ECTS), 3) Relevant Professional Experience (RPE), and 4) Master Thesis (30 ECTS). The Core Course runs from early September until mid-December (15 weeks) and provides the basic knowledge and main principles of International Health. Advanced Modules are selected by students according to their individual interests, mostly as full-time courses of 1-4 weeks duration running between January and June. The Institute of International Health at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin is a member of the tropEd Network for Education in International Health, which facilitates student mobility and participation in modules from network partners in other countries. The programme provides participants with the principles, concepts, skills and tools related to promotion of health, prevention, early detection, treatment and rehabilitation of diseases as well as health system strengthening and informing policy, and prepares participants for a career in the fields of International and Global Health. International Health combines Public Health, Social Medicine, Epidemiology, Tropical Medicine, Economics, and Health Management Sciences, and deals with poverty-related diseases in Low-and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs).
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How do I apply to International Health at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about International Health at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
Is International Health at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the International Health programme cost? ▼
4.100 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for International Health at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), 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 International Health? ▼
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 Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin — 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.