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Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
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- Medizin, Ethik, RechtMedicine, Ethics, Law

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About the Program

The Master's program in Medicine - Ethics - Law (MER) with 60 ECTS credits and the degree M.mel. (Master of Medicine, Ethics and Law) is unique in Germany. This interdisciplinary study provides students with insights into the intersections of medicine, ethics, and law over two semesters. The program addresses important topics at this intersection: medical progress meets an aging society (demographic change), rising healthcare costs, intensive care around the end of life, organ transplantation, reproductive medicine, genomic medicine, dying with dignity, resource allocation, and healthcare fraud. In the medical field, the program covers medical, nursing, midwifery, and pharmaceutical activities in theory (e.g., lectures in forensic medicine and anatomy) and practice (e.g., emergency care). Legally, students explore the range of medical law from medical liability to embryo research regulations, requirements for patient directives, transplantation law issues, and the system of statutory and private health insurance. In ethical discussions, participants approach controversial core questions (e.g., human will, self-determination and paternalism, euthanasia, fundamental questions of morality). This fee-based, continuing education master's program is primarily aimed at professionals with work experience.
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The Master's program in Medicine - Ethics - Law (MER) with 60 ECTS credits and the degree M.mel. (Master of Medicine, Ethics and Law) is unique in Germany. This interdisciplinary study provides students with insights into the intersections of medicine, ethics, and law over two semesters. The program addresses important topics at this intersection: medical progress meets an aging society (demographic change), rising healthcare costs, intensive care around the end of life, organ transplantation, reproductive medicine, genomic medicine, dying with dignity, resource allocation, and healthcare fraud. In the medical field, the program covers medical, nursing, midwifery, and pharmaceutical activities in theory (e.g., lectures in forensic medicine and anatomy) and practice (e.g., emergency care). Legally, students explore the range of medical law from medical liability to embryo research regulations, requirements for patient directives, transplantation law issues, and the system of statutory and private health insurance. In ethical discussions, participants approach controversial core questions (e.g., human will, self-determination and paternalism, euthanasia, fundamental questions of morality). This fee-based, continuing education master's program is primarily aimed at professionals with work experience.

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Medicine, Ethics, and Law

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about - Medizin, Ethik, Recht at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

Is - Medizin, Ethik, Recht at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg 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 - Medizin, Ethik, Recht programme cost?

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

What are the admission requirements for - Medizin, Ethik, Recht at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg?

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 - Medizin, Ethik, Recht?

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 Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg — 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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