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Bachelor German + English Computer Science

Medizinische Informatik, Praxis- oder AuslandssemesterMedical Informatics

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

About the Program

Medical Informatics deals with topics related to medicine and computer science. The program qualifies students for future-oriented and crisis-resistant professional fields by combining two interesting and complex subject areas. It focuses on the interface between computers, people, medicine, nursing, and innovative technology. The curriculum includes image and signal processing, software development, and management of medical information systems. In the Bachelor's program, students learn about electronic patient records and how they help provide better care for sick people. The program offers specializations in telematics and telemedicine, visualization and interaction for medicine, signal and image processing for medicine, and data protection and security. Students work on interdisciplinary projects such as developing ultrasound simulations in virtual space or extracting and measuring bones from X-ray images. The seven-semester study variant includes a practical semester in a software company, hospital, or other institution related to Medical Informatics.
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Medical Informatics deals with topics related to medicine and computer science. The program qualifies students for future-oriented and crisis-resistant professional fields by combining two interesting and complex subject areas. It focuses on the interface between computers, people, medicine, nursing, and innovative technology. The curriculum includes image and signal processing, software development, and management of medical information systems. In the Bachelor's program, students learn about electronic patient records and how they help provide better care for sick people. The program offers specializations in telematics and telemedicine, visualization and interaction for medicine, signal and image processing for medicine, and data protection and security. Students work on interdisciplinary projects such as developing ultrasound simulations in virtual space or extracting and measuring bones from X-ray images. The seven-semester study variant includes a practical semester in a software company, hospital, or other institution related to Medical Informatics.

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

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

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

Medical Informatics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Medizinische Informatik, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester at Fachhochschule Dortmund

Is Medizinische Informatik, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester at Fachhochschule Dortmund taught in German or English?

This Bachelor programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Medizinische Informatik, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester 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 Medizinische Informatik, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester at Fachhochschule Dortmund?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 Medizinische Informatik, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester?

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 Fachhochschule 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.

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