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About the Program

Medicine is a fascinating subject that is concerned with preventing, diagnosing and treating disease and injury in humans. Physicians have a critical role in helping their patients get healthy again or stay healthy in the first place. Studying medicine prepares future physicians for a responsible career in medicine through comprehensive and scientific training. Students of medicine learn to understand illness, diagnose disease and find effective treatment pathways. The program involves studying for at least six years (twelve semesters) while growing into the profession. In the pre-clinical phase (first four semesters), students study fundamental scientific and theoretical knowledge in medicine, such as physics, chemistry, biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, as well as medical psychology and sociology. After passing the first part of the medical examination, students enter the clinical phase which lasts for six semesters, acquiring knowledge of pathology, pharmacology and applied knowledge of clinical subjects. The program concludes with a final year (clinical rotation) in surgery, internal medicine, and an additional subject of choice.
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Medicine is a fascinating subject that is concerned with preventing, diagnosing and treating disease and injury in humans. Physicians have a critical role in helping their patients get healthy again or stay healthy in the first place. Studying medicine prepares future physicians for a responsible career in medicine through comprehensive and scientific training. Students of medicine learn to understand illness, diagnose disease and find effective treatment pathways. The program involves studying for at least six years (twelve semesters) while growing into the profession. In the pre-clinical phase (first four semesters), students study fundamental scientific and theoretical knowledge in medicine, such as physics, chemistry, biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, as well as medical psychology and sociology. After passing the first part of the medical examination, students enter the clinical phase which lasts for six semesters, acquiring knowledge of pathology, pharmacology and applied knowledge of clinical subjects. The program concludes with a final year (clinical rotation) in surgery, internal medicine, and an additional subject of choice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Medicine State Examination at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Is Medicine State Examination at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg 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 State Examination 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 State Examination at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg?

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 State Examination?

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 Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg — 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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