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Universität Duisburg-Essen

About the Program

The medical education comprises a six-year and three-month study of medicine and a 48-week practical training 'Practical Year', first aid training, a three-month nursing service, a four-month clinical clerkship, and the Medical Examination to be taken in three sections. Medical studies place high demands on students: a broad spectrum of scientific subjects (scientific and medical fundamentals, clinical subjects, and areas from psychology and sociology) and a considerable amount of knowledge must be mastered. The integration of theoretical and practical knowledge with regard to individual cases of illness must be accomplished, and dealing with sick people during training places special demands on personality and communication skills. The medical education is structured in three clear sections.
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The medical education comprises a six-year and three-month study of medicine and a 48-week practical training 'Practical Year', first aid training, a three-month nursing service, a four-month clinical clerkship, and the Medical Examination to be taken in three sections. Medical studies place high demands on students: a broad spectrum of scientific subjects (scientific and medical fundamentals, clinical subjects, and areas from psychology and sociology) and a considerable amount of knowledge must be mastered. The integration of theoretical and practical knowledge with regard to individual cases of illness must be accomplished, and dealing with sick people during training places special demands on personality and communication skills. The medical education is structured in three clear sections.

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 Medicine at Universität Duisburg-Essen

Is Medicine at Universität Duisburg-Essen 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 Medicine 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 Medicine at Universität Duisburg-Essen?

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 Medicine?

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 Universität Duisburg-Essen — 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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