Medical engineering

Research for people

Research for people is at the heart of the Medical Engineering degree course. Right from the start, medical skills are taught alongside the technical and scientific pillars of physics, computer science, mathematics and electrical engineering. The course thus creates a bridge between medicine and technology on the Lübeck campus.

The focus on medical visualization teaches skills in the field of medical imaging and image processing. Problems relating to everyday clinical practice are examined and solutions derived.

The focus of medical photonics includes areas of biomedical optics and biophysics. Problems and their solutions are considered at a microscopic level. After graduation, the career prospects are excellent. Medical technology companies have a great need for qualified scientists to research new technologies in development and research laboratories in order to develop the next generations of medical diagnostic and therapeutic devices.

Our degree program releases practice-oriented graduates into the job market. They solve problems independently and exploit their creative potential.

 

Apply now for the winter semester!

Bachelor's degree in Medical Engineering (B.Sc.)

Standard period of study: 6 semesters

Start: Winter semester

Type of admission: Admission-free

Master's degree in Medical Engineering (M.Sc.)

Standard period of study: 4 semesters

Start: Winter and summer semester

Type of admission: Admission restricted

Good reasons for studying medical engineering in Lübeck

  • Interdisciplinarity
  • Research-based learning and teaching
  • Practical projects
  • Intensive care and support

My studies in 100 seconds

Opinions of students

What I particularly like about my MIW degree is the diversity of the departments.

Luise, 1st semester Master

I love the combination of natural science and direct contact with the medical departments.

Daniel, 3rd semester Master

Specific study program with a focus on imaging methods and biomedical optics.

Kendra, 5th semester Bachelor

Individual exchange with interested lecturers from various areas of research and medicine.

Philipp, 5th semester Bachelor

Teaching of all important basics in math, physics, computer science and electrical engineering.

Hanna, 5th semester Bachelor

Introducing the Medical Engineering Science degree program

Interdisciplinarity

Medical technology cannot be understood in terms of a single discipline. Many different disciplines are intertwined for the continuous further development of technologies and devices. The combination of medical principles, mathematical understanding, physical content and information technology methods will prepare you optimally for your professional life.

Intensive care and support

With us, you will begin your studies at one of the smallest state universities in Germany. The focus on life sciences enables excellent study conditions. You will quickly get to know each other on the central and informal campus. The individual and personal contact between professors, lecturers and students offers an interesting and instructive exchange.

Research-based learning and teaching

Lübeck is characterized by excellent research. The findings from the active research of our teaching staff flow directly into our teaching. Our students also benefit from this. Through internships and final theses, you will already be involved in scientific work during your studies.

Social relevance

Demographic change presents our society with enormous challenges. The shortage of skilled workers and the increasing demand for medical services can only be countered with the continuous further development of medical technology.

Campus life

In addition to your studies, university and student committees offer interesting events on the university campus to get to know each other not only within your own degree course but also beyond other degree courses. From university sports and student theater to music: there is something for everyone.

Region

The city of Lübeck with its old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers exciting and cultural leisure activities between tradition and modernity. Here you can be in the lecture hall and on the water in no time. Whether it's a surfboard on the Baltic Sea or a concert in Hamburg. Lübeck is the perfect starting point for your leisure activities.

Career prospects

After graduation, the career prospects are excellent. Medical technology companies have a great need for qualified scientists to research new technologies in development and research laboratories in order to develop the next generations of medical diagnostic and therapeutic devices. You will also be able to work in the scientific field at universities and research institutes with your Master's degree.
Our degree program releases practice-oriented graduates into the job market. You will solve problems independently and exploit your creative potential.

Frequently asked questions

The Bachelor's degree in Medical Engineering is admission-free. Admission to the Master's program is restricted. Applications are sent directly to the university. Applications can be made online via the university website. The application deadline for the Bachelor's program is 15 September each year. The application deadline for the Master's program is July 15 for applications for the winter semester and January 15 for applications for the summer semester.

The following figures have applied since the 2014/2015 winter semester:

  • Bachelor: Up to 80 study places
  • Master: Up to 60 study places

There are now a total of around 350 MIW students at the University of Lübeck

The University of Lübeck offers a six-semester Bachelor's degree in Medical Engineering, which leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. There is also a four-semester Master's program that leads to a Master of Science degree.

Students can only start their Bachelor's degree in the winter semester. Admission to the Master's program is possible in both the winter and summer semesters.

The degree program consists of four primary pillars in which different courses are offered: Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. In addition, students receive a solid basic medical education. It is by no means necessary to have taken corresponding advanced courses. What counts is an interest in these areas.

Depending on their interests, students can specialize in two main areas of research during their studies:

  • Medical visualization
  • Medical photonics

Contact

Christina Debbeler, M.Sc.
Studiengangskoordinatorin
+4945131011862[email protected]
Dr.-Ing. Ksenija Gräfe
Studiengangskoordinatorin
+4945131011862[email protected]
Prof. Dr. Thorsten M. Buzug
Studiengangsleiter
+4945131011862[email protected]
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