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Health Sciences West Saxon University of Applied Sciences of Zwickau

Degree
Master of Science
Standard period of study (amount)
4 semesters
Location
Zwickau

Overview and admission

Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Area of study

Health Science

Focus

Health Sciences, Health Systems, Care Structures, National and international health care system research, Statistical Methods

Target group

Applicants with a first relevant professionally qualifying university degree from a university or vocational academic institution with at least 180 ECTS points, preferably in areas of Healthcare, Public Health Management, Nursing Care Management, Medicine or Social Sciences or comparable achievements.

Annotation

Health sciences is an interdisciplinary field of science that deals with the various criteria of health and illness. In addition to physical, psychological and social aspects, the systemic linking of health also plays an important role.

The study of health sciences is correspondingly broad. The knowledge imparted about health systems and health services research is supplemented by national and international developments in health policy and economics. In addition, you will deal with complex statistical evaluation procedures and internalise efficient strategic management techniques. During your studies, you will also practice your communication skills and decision-making skills.

Admission modus

Without admission restriction

More information regarding admission requirements

Admission requirements

1) A first relevant vocational university degree with at least 180 credit points (ECTS points), preferably in the fields of Health and Nursing Sciences, Social Sciences, Medicine or other relevant degree courses.
2) High degree of motivation for the degree course, expressed in a letter of intent Language requirements for non-native speakers: German C1

Lecture period

  • Winter semester 2026/2027: 30.09.2026 - 28.01.2027Introductory week for first-year students (preparatory days): 23.9. - 27.9. Examination period: 03.02. - 21.2.
  • Summer semester 2027: 08.03.2027 - 25.06.2027 (Universitywide lecture period)

Application deadlines

Winter semester (2026/2027)

  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

    Expired
    In the event of vacancies, you can also apply after this deadline.
  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

    enquire at the university (International Office)
  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

    enquire at the university (International Office)
  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

    enquire at the higher education institution

Tuition fees

Tuition fees

Please enquire at the institution of higher education.

Languages of instruction

Main language

German

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