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About the Program

This German language course is intended for medical employees and medical students who want to improve their general German skills with a special focus on medical terminology and communication with patients and colleagues. Under the guidance of our highly qualified, committed and experienced language teachers, you can discuss medical case studies and simulations, e.g. doctor-patient consultations, and you will practise vocabulary and structures of medical reports. You will be able to deepen and expand your oral and written competence while practising medical evidence terminology and discussing the health system and hospital structure in Germany as well as aspects of intercultural communication. The lessons follow the aims of communicative competence of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) in an entertaining and inspiring way and will assist your independent learning process. The language course takes place from Monday to Friday in the mornings. Each morning there are four teaching units (45 minutes each). In the afternoon, you can choose from various seminars on current issues in the areas of cultural and social sciences, e.g. history, literature, film, environment, European policy and interculturality. A graded certificate will be issued to all participants at the end of the course. It will include your individual language level following CEFR as well as your ECTS credits.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Medical German at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau

Is Medical German at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Medical German programme cost? ▼

900 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Medical German at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau? ▼

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 German? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau — 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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