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Bachelor German + English Computer Science

Research School "Digital Health"Research School Digital Health

Bachelor

Universität Potsdam Potsdam · Brandenburg

About the Program

The Hasso Plattner Institute's Research Schools offer an outstanding environment for doctoral researchers in computer science and digital technologies. At HPI, you benefit from close supervision by experienced professors and postdocs, cutting-edge research facilities, and a collaborative academic network, e.g. with the University of Cape Town (UCT) and the University of California Irvine (UCI). In the healthcare sector, both in emergency medicine, outpatient and inpatient care and in public health, important data about patients are generated every day. By analysing this data in a targeted way and translating knowledge into action (from data to action), people can receive better – more effective and efficient – care and be better protected from disease. With their research topics, the PhD students at our research school cover many aspects of our broad research spectrum, which includes four central aspects of health: prevention, diagnostics, therapy and protection. The topics include health challenges at both individual and population level. Projects at the individual level serve to support medical experts in the application of precision medicine, ranging from targeted protection strategies to specific diagnostics and personalised therapy support. Projects with a holistic perspective go beyond the individual, focusing on public health to improve health outcomes on a larger scale. This focus includes research on factors such as health behaviours and community-based interventions, as well as addressing global healthcare challenges such as an ageing population, an increase in obesity, shortages of healthcare professionals, costs and equitable access. In addition, PhD projects also address economic aspects of digital health. Scientific Topic: The rapid advancement of digital health technologies presents unprecedented global opportunities and challenges in public health and healthcare, data management and analytics in prevention, diagnostics, protection and therapy. This research school will focus on fostering the next generation of leaders in this dynamic field.
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The Hasso Plattner Institute's Research Schools offer an outstanding environment for doctoral researchers in computer science and digital technologies. At HPI, you benefit from close supervision by experienced professors and postdocs, cutting-edge research facilities, and a collaborative academic network, e.g. with the University of Cape Town (UCT) and the University of California Irvine (UCI). In the healthcare sector, both in emergency medicine, outpatient and inpatient care and in public health, important data about patients are generated every day. By analysing this data in a targeted way and translating knowledge into action (from data to action), people can receive better – more effective and efficient – care and be better protected from disease. With their research topics, the PhD students at our research school cover many aspects of our broad research spectrum, which includes four central aspects of health: prevention, diagnostics, therapy and protection. The topics include health challenges at both individual and population level. Projects at the individual level serve to support medical experts in the application of precision medicine, ranging from targeted protection strategies to specific diagnostics and personalised therapy support. Projects with a holistic perspective go beyond the individual, focusing on public health to improve health outcomes on a larger scale. This focus includes research on factors such as health behaviours and community-based interventions, as well as addressing global healthcare challenges such as an ageing population, an increase in obesity, shortages of healthcare professionals, costs and equitable access. In addition, PhD projects also address economic aspects of digital health. Scientific Topic: The rapid advancement of digital health technologies presents unprecedented global opportunities and challenges in public health and healthcare, data management and analytics in prevention, diagnostics, protection and therapy. This research school will focus on fostering the next generation of leaders in this dynamic field.

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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How do I apply to Research School "Digital Health" at Universität Potsdam?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Research School "Digital Health" at Universität Potsdam

Is Research School "Digital Health" at Universität Potsdam 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 Research School "Digital Health" 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 Research School "Digital Health" at Universität Potsdam? ▼

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 Research School "Digital Health"? ▼

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 Potsdam — 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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