Bachelor
German
Mathematics & Natural Sciences
Medical Physics
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
About the Program
To an ever greater extent, medicine is also applied physics. Modern medicine is inconceivable without highly complex and sophisticated devices, which have long been integral to hospitals and medical practices. Ultrasound imaging reveals deposits in arteries. Strong magnetic fields in MRI systems make muscles, organs, and fat visible. Physics plays a role not only in diagnosis, but also in treatment: Lasers cut more precisely than scalpels, and accelerators can destroy tumors with high-energy radiation while preserving the surrounding healthy tissue. Experts are needed to develop and to use this complex technology. Medical physicists are needed. With their knowledge of physics, they help to make medicine better, safer, and thus more humane as well. They build a bridge between the disciplines, and also between industry and the hospital. Besides developing the necessary technologies, medical physicists often are the ones who put them to use in treating patients. This requires not only technical know-how, but also a sense of responsibility and skill in dealing with people. This program is offered in cooperation with Ruhr-Universität Bochum, which is responsible for the medical part. It is a Bachelor's degree program in Physics that is oriented toward a special and important application field, namely physical-technical aspects of medicine. Accordingly, the physics portions are only slightly reduced in comparison to a normal Physics program, to make room for the portion devoted to the subject of medicine.
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To an ever greater extent, medicine is also applied physics. Modern medicine is inconceivable without highly complex and sophisticated devices, which have long been integral to hospitals and medical practices. Ultrasound imaging reveals deposits in arteries. Strong magnetic fields in MRI systems make muscles, organs, and fat visible. Physics plays a role not only in diagnosis, but also in treatment: Lasers cut more precisely than scalpels, and accelerators can destroy tumors with high-energy radiation while preserving the surrounding healthy tissue. Experts are needed to develop and to use this complex technology. Medical physicists are needed. With their knowledge of physics, they help to make medicine better, safer, and thus more humane as well. They build a bridge between the disciplines, and also between industry and the hospital. Besides developing the necessary technologies, medical physicists often are the ones who put them to use in treating patients. This requires not only technical know-how, but also a sense of responsibility and skill in dealing with people. This program is offered in cooperation with Ruhr-Universität Bochum, which is responsible for the medical part. It is a Bachelor's degree program in Physics that is oriented toward a special and important application field, namely physical-technical aspects of medicine. Accordingly, the physics portions are only slightly reduced in comparison to a normal Physics program, to make room for the portion devoted to the subject of medicine.
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How do I apply to Medical Physics at Technische Universität Dortmund?
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 Medical Physics at Technische Universität Dortmund
Is Medical Physics at Technische Universität Dortmund 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 Physics 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 Physics at Technische Universität Dortmund? ▼
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 Physics? ▼
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 Technische Universität Dortmund — 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.