Biomedical Engineering and Medical Physics Technical University of Munich

The main focus of this interdisciplinary study programme is the application of new research-driven natural and engineering principles and findings in both medicine and life sciences in order to develop new methods for prevention, diagnosis and therapy. It is intended to make a valuable contribution to the societal development as the changing demographic figures shape the overall health system.

The areas of Biomedical Engineering and Medical Physics at TUM are focused on the improvement and development of novel imaging modalities for microscopy and biomedical imaging as well as on the development of biosensor technology for lab-on-a-chip technology. Other examples include the application of artificial intelligence for the analysis of medical data, the improvement of therapeutic methods, and the development of tracers or methods to support radiotherapy as well as various biomedical applications of biomechanics and biophysics to the broad field of biomedical engineering.

The courses in the Biomedical Engineering and Medical Physics Master's programme teach the basics and the skills required to successfully carry out research or industrial projects across the interdisciplinary boundaries between natural sciences, engineering and medicine. In addition to the necessary background knowledge and practical know-how, the self and social skills required in the academic or industrial environment of biomedical engineering should also be promoted. This profile is intended to enable graduates to be deployed in a wide range of industrial and service industries. Typical fields of application for the graduates of this Master's programme are in experimental research activities, in the planning and documentation of research projects and in adjacent fields of activity of the biotech and medical technology industry, for example, in patenting, development, project planning or in public institutions.

The research area of the Biomedical Engineering and Medical Physics Master's programme at TUM covers almost all aspects of this highly interdisciplinary field of research with numerous internationally networked working groups from physics, computer science, engineering, life sciences and medicine. The research ranges from the development of novel X-ray imaging and the improvement of magnetic resonance imaging to the development of efficient biosensors. Throughout Germany, TUM is uniquely positioned in the field of biomedical engineering.

The Biomedical Engineering and Medical Physics Master's programme is designed for a two-year period in which students will experience research related training at the interface between natural sciences, engineering and medicine, and gain early insight into current research at the highest international level.

Students can specialise in the following areas:

• biomedical imaging
• biosensors

The first year of this interdisciplinary Master's programme focuses mainly on assisting lectures and lab courses, while the second year focuses on the research within the framework of the Master's thesis.

During the study phase, the students select and assist the lectures from the catalogue of compulsory and elective subjects. The elective subjects cover selected topics from the research area of biomedical engineering. Students are introduced to the current research, reflecting in a unique way the broad research activity of the Physics Department and the Munich Institute of Biomedical Engineering (MIBE). The scientifically-oriented lab course and the general-education subject, which bridges the gap to the neighbouring scientific areas, round off the profile of this Master's programme.

During the research phase, the students will directly encounter current research topics in medical physics. After an initial familiarisation, the students will independently work on their Master's theses. An intensive support during the whole research phase will be ensured, and the students will profit from the excellent research environment and the national and international research networks.

An important admission requirement is to have a minimum of six semesters of a qualified Bachelor's degree obtained at a German or a foreign university, or at least an equivalent degree in an engineering or natural science-oriented degree programme. In regards to the qualification of the university degree, the admissions commission will decide on the acceptance based on acquired competencies.

In order to figure out whether your Bachelor's studies are sufficient for admission to our Master's programme, please find relevant information about the application and the prerequisites on our website: https://academics.nat.tum.de/en/msc/bemp/apply. You need to have taken courses equivalent to the core modules at TUM listed on our website.

International students are required to complete the curricular analysis form.

One ECTS accounts for 30 hours of work within and outside the classroom; a conversion will depend on how credits are defined in your university.

For your convenience, in order to avoid misunderstandings given the different structures of study programmes around the world, it is required that you attach the description of the contents of the courses you have taken at your university to your application.

For more information, refer to: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees.

Naturally, the cost of living in Munich depends on your needs and your lifestyle. Compared to other German cities, however, living in Munich is relatively expensive. As a rule, you can expect to spend 1,000 EUR a month. Most of this will be for rent.

Average costs per person:

• Rent for shared living or studio apartment (including utilities): at least 550 EUR
• Food: at least 200 EUR
• Local public transit: 60 EUR to 100 EUR
• Health insurance: 50 EUR to 120 EUR
• Phone/Internet/radio and TV fees: 45 EUR

If you are moving to Munich with your family, the costs will increase accordingly. Rent for a two-bedroom apartment ranges from 800 to 1,200 EUR a month. A cheaper alternative to the private rental market is living in a student dormitory at the Munich Student Union. However, rooms in student dormitories are very popular and there are usually long waiting lists.

A limited number of student work positions (earning around 400 EUR per month) are available. Please contact the research groups directly to find out about these opportunities as these positions are not managed centrally.

There is only a limited number of funding opportunities available: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees-and-financial-aid/scholarships/.

Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them. You can find all information on waivers and scholarships here.

https://www.community.tum.de/en/career-service/

It’s not easy to find a place to live in Munich – but it’s not impossible either! The Technical University of Munich (TUM) supports students and staff in their search for accommodation by providing personal advice, in-house listings and useful information to ensure that you can quickly find a place to call your own.

For more information, see: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/during-your-studies/living-and-working/accommodations.