International Master's in Biomedical Engineering (BME) Anhalt University of Applied Sciences

The International Master of Biomedical Engineering is a four-semester programme. All courses are taught in English, and you can design your own study plan from the following major modules:

1. Biomedical engineering specialisation (e.g. Computer Assisted Medicine, Model and AI-based Information Processing in Medicine, Biosignal Processing, Intensive Care Technology, Clinical Engineering)
2. General engineering and business classes (e.g. Software Engineering, International Innovation Management)
3. Master's thesis research, internships and project work

Our programme is designed to merge engineering, medicine, and business topics in a comprehensive way. We admit students with an engineering background. 

Courses are offered as lectures, seminars or projects. Lectures are usually combined with a lab, which has to be completed successfully by the students.

Internships in industry are not required, but they are encouraged and will be credited.

Application period

International (uni-assist)

15 March – 15 July (winter)
15 September – 15 January (summer)

National (SSC portal)

15 March – 15 July (winter)
15 September – 15 January (summer)

Applicants must have a recognised first degree (Bachelor of Science or Engineering or equivalent, e.g. Dipl-Ing) in an engineering discipline. 

Approximately 323 EUR semester contribution
(This covers a contribution to the Student Services and Student Union of about 96 EUR, plus a public transport semester ticket. Please look for updates on the website of the university.)

The cost of living is approx. 800 EUR per month, which covers accommodation and living expenses.

This includes approx. 140 EUR per month for the compulsory health and care insurance if you are below 30 years of age (this is a special reduced students' rate). If you are over the age of 30, it can cost substantially more (up to a factor of two or three), and the cost greatly depends on the insurance type and company you have chosen.

In addition, a voluntary personal liability insurance is recommended (roughly 70 to 120 EUR per year, also varying greatly by company).

Accommodation is relatively cheap in Köthen in comparison to bigger German cities.

Students from most countries outside the European Union are requested to prove that they have the equivalent of about one year's living and accommodation expenses in a blocked account in order to obtain the visa that will allow them to enter Germany.

Limited possibilities
Non-EU students should be aware that student visas entail strict regulations regarding work. Local student jobs are open to international students, as are student tutor positions at Anhalt University (depending on qualifications and job availability).

Positions as TAs, RAs, and stipends are offered on a regular basis.

The university's Career Service offers our international students a wide range of tailor-made services for a successful career start in Germany. It guides students in designing a professional curriculum vitae, supports with further qualifications and helps to develop new career perspectives. The Career Service is also a contact point for companies and institutions looking for highly qualified staff with an international background and wanting to establish contact with students at an early stage. To find a job in Germany, German language skills at level B2 or better are usually needed.

Accommodation is available through the "Studentenwerk" (student services) or on the private market. The "Studentenwerk" provides rooms in halls of residence, most of which are singles with shared kitchens, showers and WCs. Prices for these range between 250 EUR to 320 EUR per month. Although 30% of residence rooms are reserved for foreign students, it is best to apply early.