Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering Technische Universität Ilmenau

Biomedical engineering is technology for life. It directly affects human health. Together with medical partners, it develops new methods for the detection and treatment of diseases and implements them in medical technology.
The TU Ilmenau has a long and successful tradition in the field of biomedical engineering. Already in the year of 1953, the Institute of Electromedical and Radiological Engineering was established at the former "Hochschule für Elektrotechnik" (HfE), which was the first university institute in Europe that introduced an on-campus programme of Biomedical Engineering.
Key aspects of the Master's programme include the following:

• ophthalmological technology
• measurements and stimulation technologies
• data analysis
• medical imaging and radiological equipment
• medical information systems

Compulsory modules:

• Biosignal Processing
• Biostatistics
• Methods in Biomedical Measurement Technology
• Hospital Information Systems, Telemedicine, e-Health

Elective modules: Students choose from a catalogue of optional modules, for example, in accordance with one of the specialisations:

• Ophthalmology
• Radiology
• Biomechanics
• Cognitive Robotics
• Bioelectromagnetism
• Biosignal Instrumentation

Master's thesis

Additionally, this course offers students the opportunity to obtain a double degree through a joint programme of the universities of TU Ilmenau (TUIL) and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM).

Students start their Bachelor's education at their home university and then continue it at the partner university. The guidelines for students starting at TUIL are described here. For students affiliated with UTM, the guidelines can be found at www.utm.my.

Students start their Master's education with one semester or two semesters at TU Ilmenau. The by-laws can be found in the course regulations ("Studienordnung"). The participants of the double-degree programme will be chosen by a joint commission consisting of members from both universities. The decision is based on the students' state of preparation.

Double-degree programme with UTM: In the short version of the exchange, either the second or the third semester is spent abroad. In the long version, both the second and third semesters are studied abroad. The latter version also involves completing the Master's thesis abroad.

The topic for the Master's thesis is determined jointly with the supervisors at UTM and TUIL. The Master's thesis will be jointly supervised and assessed by one supervisor from each university.

Graduates receive a Master of Engineering degree at UTM and a Master of Science degree (Biomedical Engineering) at TUIL.

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

Please visit: https://campus.tu-ilmenau.de/apply

A Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering (or equivalent) with at least seven semesters (210 CP) is required.

Applicants need to pass a qualifying examination according to: https://www.tu-ilmenau.de/fileadmin/Bereiche/Studium/ImStudium/Dokumente/Master-Ordnungen/VKB-2025-BMT-M-PO-STO-BB.pdf.

Approx. 320 EUR per semester (including a rail/bus ticket and reduced prices in the university canteen and cafeterias)

Approx. 860 EUR per month (including apartment rent)

Temporary jobs are available at local enterprises. In some departments of TU Ilmenau, students are regularly employed as scientific assistants.

Information on funding opportunities is available at: https://www.tu-ilmenau.de/en/international/service/we4you-student-service/funding-opportunities.

TU Ilmenau's we4you career counselling service provides assistance to international students, enabling an easier transition from the classroom to the working world.

Through individualised career counselling, workshops on CV writing, and interview practice, we give students the tools they need to succeed in today's job market. Opportunities for internships and part-time or graduate jobs are further promoted by our industry network and accessible job portal. Visits to local and nationwide job fairs are also on the agenda. These activities and events seek to equip students with the tools to confidently pursue their professional aspirations in the region surrounding the university, in Germany, and beyond.

For more information, please visit: https://www.tu-ilmenau.de/en/international/campus-international/we4you/boost-your-career.

Various student dormitories are available on campus. Rent for the residences ranges from 225 EUR – 417 EUR per room per month, depending on the type of accommodation. Advance registration is required via the Studierendenwerk Thüringen administrative office.

Information about the residences and the registration process can be found at: https://www.stw-thueringen.de/en/housing/.

Student applicants have a good chance of getting a room if the application for a room is submitted in good time, approx. three months before the start of the semester.

Of course, there is also the option to look for a privately rented apartment/room in Ilmenau or the surrounding area. For further information on privately rented accommodation, please contact TU Ilmenau's international student service, we4you, at: https://www.tu-ilmenau.de/en/international/service/we4you-student-service/team.