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Hochschule Furtwangen
Bachelor German Medicine & Health

Medical Engineering - Technologies and Development Processes

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

About the Program

Our "MTE" bachelor's programme combines medicine with engineering. By developing new medical instruments and devices, you will help to improve patient care! We'll teach you everything you need to know about digitalisation, product management and regulatory affairs. The program works closely with industry on the Tuttlingen Campus. Companies help shape the content of the courses, making the study particularly practical, cutting-edge and "Powered by Industry". The program provides know-how from planning and development to the realisation of medical devices and products. From the fifth semester onwards, students can choose specialization areas: product and process management, instruments and devices, or digitalisation and computer-assisted systems.
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Our "MTE" bachelor's programme combines medicine with engineering. By developing new medical instruments and devices, you will help to improve patient care! We'll teach you everything you need to know about digitalisation, product management and regulatory affairs. The program works closely with industry on the Tuttlingen Campus. Companies help shape the content of the courses, making the study particularly practical, cutting-edge and "Powered by Industry". The program provides know-how from planning and development to the realisation of medical devices and products. From the fifth semester onwards, students can choose specialization areas: product and process management, instruments and devices, or digitalisation and computer-assisted systems.

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

Medical Engineering

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Medical Engineering - Technologies and Development Processes at Hochschule Furtwangen

Is Medical Engineering - Technologies and Development Processes at Hochschule Furtwangen taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Medical Engineering - Technologies and Development Processes 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 Medical Engineering - Technologies and Development Processes at Hochschule Furtwangen?

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 Medical Engineering - Technologies and Development Processes?

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 Hochschule Furtwangen — 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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