AI and Engineering for Medical Applications (MSc) Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg

The courses are held in English. German language courses are offered alongside the degree programme, as graduates have the career option of joining regional companies in the medical technology industry.

Foundation Modules

• High Frequency Technology
• Circuit Technology for Medicine
• Radiation Physics and Radiation Protection
• Anatomy
• AI Basics
• AI Applications
• Sensor and Measurement Technology
• Medical Imaging
• Optimisation in Medical Imaging and QA
• IT Hardware
• Regulatory Affairs Ethics of AI and Technology

What will you learn?

• High frequency technology and circuit technology for medical applications
• Optimisation and quality assurance, medical imaging, regulatory affairs and AI in medical devices
• MRT and MRT development, CT and CT development, sensors and sensor development
• Develop expertise in implementing AI-driven solutions for diagnostics, patient care, and healthcare data management to enhance clinical outcomes and revolutionise medical workflows

Who is it for?

• Recent graduates in engineering, computer science, biomedical science or a related STEM field, eager to apply their skills to real-world health challenges
• One year job experience required
• Professionals in medical technology, healthcare IT, or clinical environments looking to deepen their AI expertise and stay future-proof
• Tech-minded problem-solvers with a passion for healthcare innovation, digital transformation, and improving lives through data
• Entrepreneurs or intrapreneurs exploring opportunities in digital health, SaMD development, or AI-driven diagnostics
• Candidates who excel in problem-solving and collaboration, poised to lead cutting-edge projects at the intersection of AI and medicine

Partly self-paced

Material is always available and students progress at their own speed, but consultations are provided assuming certain progress as well as lab courses.

15 July

This hybrid Master's programme is tuition-based. The total tuition is 23,800 EUR, but a 30% scholarship reduces the fee to 16, 660. The scholarship is available for applications submitted until 15 July 2026.

Semester 1

• High Frequency Technology for Medical Applications (5 ECTS)
• Basics of Information Technology for Medical Technology (5 ECTS)
• Ethics of Medical Applications of Technology (5 ECTS)
• Radiation Physics and Radiation Protection (5 ECTS)
• Basics AI (5 ECTS)
• Imaging Methods (5 ECTS)

Semester 2

• Medical Instrumentation and Measurement (5 ECTS)
• Optimisation and Quality Assurance Medical Imaging (5 ECTS)
• AI in Engineering for Medical Applications (5 ECTS)
• Good Scientific Practice (5 ECTS)
• Lab Course HF (5 ECTS)
• Medical Applications – Circuit Technology (5 ECTS)

Semester 3

• Anatomical Foundations (5 ECTS)
• Lab Course IM / QA /Anat. (5 ECTS)
• Lab Course Medical Applications – Circuit Technology (5 ECTS)
• Regulatory Affairs and AI in Medical Devices (5 ECTS)
• MRT & MRT Development, CT & CT Development, Sensor & Sensor Development (5 ECTS)

Semester 4

Master's thesis

At least one foreign guest lecturer, support for potential studies abroad if requested, not per se foreseen

Potentially feasible

4,165 EUR

This hybrid Master's programme is tuition-based. The total tuition is 23,800 EUR, but a 30% scholarship reduces the fee to 16, 660. The scholarship is available for applications submitted until 15 July 2026.

Currently, the semester fee is 278.90 EUR. It covers services offered by the "Studentenwerk" (student union) and the student representatives. Enrolled students receive the "Deutschlandsemesterticket" for free use of public transport throughout Germany, along with student discounts in the campus cafeteria and more.

A minimum of 992 EUR per month must be budgeted for accommodation, cost of living, health insurance, books, and miscellaneous expenses. In comparison with many other towns and cities, the rental prices in Magdeburg are still relatively low. There are no tuition fees for the majority of programmes, and the semester fee already includes the cost of bus and tram travel within Magdeburg. The following link provides a fair picture of the cost of living in Magdeburg: Finance.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the Master’s programme, applicants must have completed a university degree in a field relevant to medical engineering or electrical engineering (e.g., Bachelor’s, Diploma, Magister, or an equivalent degree with at least 180 ECTS credits).

The prior studies must include the following minimum achievements (subject area / minimum ECTS)

• Mathematics: 20 ECTS (a maximum of 5 ECTS may be missing)
• Physics / Medical Physics: 15 ECTS (a maximum of 10 ECTS may be missing)
• Electrical Engineering / Information Technology / Electronics: 20 ECTS (a maximum of 5 ECTS may be missing)
• Computer Science / Programming: 10 ECTS (a maximum of 5 ECTS may be missing)
• Anatomy / Physiology: 5 ECTS (a maximum of 5 ECTS may be missing)

In total, no more than 25 ECTS credits may be missing, in accordance with the limits stated above.

If more credits are missing, applicants will receive a one-time notification specifying which qualifications must be acquired before they may apply again.

Academic achievements from domestic or international institutions will be recognised if they are equivalent.

Additionally, applicants must complete an aptitude test administered by the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology.

One year job experience required

English proficiency demonstrated through standardised tests:

• B2 level, IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or LANGUAGECET: 65 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency

German proficiency at A2 level (can be submitted by the end of the second semester)

The INSIDER platform will be used. It provides an efficient way for students to access modules, materials, and assignments. It also simplifies grading and evaluation for lecturers, enabling students to learn and progress from anywhere, a standard PC is required with access to the Internet.

15 July

The university provides a limited number of excellence scholarships. Eligible candidates are students in advanced semesters who clearly show above-average results. Scholarships cannot be provided for new students. 

Additionally, you may check the following overview:
Scholarships and funding opportunities for international students.

It is possible to find a part-time job as a research or student assistant at one of the faculties or in the university administration (maximum: 80 hours per month). Other opportunities are student jobs at different companies, restaurants, and shops. Information on how to find a job can be found on our website: Career Service.

The "Studentenwerk" (student union) in Magdeburg manages the on-campus halls of residence (mostly one- to four-room apartments). Currently, the monthly rent ranges from 174 EUR to 421 EUR per room (approx. 12 to 35 square meters), depending on the size and furnishing. Rooms in the halls of residence are limited in number. The accommodation application can be found on the website of the Studentenwerk.
The Studentenwerk assists all new students in finding adequate accommodation, either on or off campus. Private accommodation is available on the Magdeburg accommodation market. However, fully furnished units are in somewhat short supply.

It is offered based on availability.

There is an explicit desire for students to work closely with regional companies in the medical technology industry, where career opportunities also exist. We assist with matching. There is also a dedicated career advisory service by the university.

We offer welcome weeks every semester. Please find more information here:
https://www.ovgu.de/unimagdeburg/en/welcome_weeks-p-42416.html

Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg (OVGU) was founded in 1993 and is one of Germany's youngest universities. It was formed by a merger of the existing technical university, the teacher training college, and the medical school. The university now comprises nine faculties and about 12,600 students and is becoming increasingly more important as a centre for education and research. It plays an important role in the regional capital of Magdeburg, which is developing into a centre for business, scholarship, and culture. The university is a member of many organisations and committees. It is named after Otto von Guericke (1602 to 1686), Magdeburg's famous citizen, whose pioneering research into the vacuum brought him renown well beyond Germany's borders. The university aspires to teach and research in the tradition of this great scientist, philosopher, and engineer and to continue with his humanist work.

At the Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, students can choose from more than 100 study programmes in various areas of study and specialisation. There are also many possibilities to combine different subjects across faculties. To open up to qualified students from all over the world, the Otto von Guericke University is vastly expanding its offers of programmes taught in English. The conditions for students are ideal, with modern laboratories, experimental workshops, and clinics equipped with high-performance computers and an excellent staff-student ratio. The offer of a sound, thorough education, combining a high level of theoretical expertise with practical experience, makes Magdeburg an attractive choice.

In recent years, research at the university has gone through a decisive change, from applied research to innovative, fundamental research. Among the many areas represented, the neurosciences, immunology, non-linear systems, new materials, processes and products, computational visualistics, social transformation, communication, and culture deserve a special mention. The university hopes to make a significant contribution to economic and social development in Magdeburg and the surrounding area through its research. Equally, disciplines such as humanities, economics, and management, which have been established more recently at the university, have already made their mark on our research profile. Special emphasis is placed on close cooperation between teaching staff and students.

The Otto von Guericke University is a proud member of the European University Alliance EU GREEN, which is aiming to be your gateway to sustainability. Together, we aim to be a broad European hub for education, research and innovation in sustainability that goes beyond the consortium borders and acts globally to provide solutions to local or regional challenges, which can be replicated at a global level.

Magdeburg also attracts students because it offers accommodation with either a single bed or twin beds in its halls of residence.

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As the capital of the federal state of Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg is the seat of the state parliament and administration. The town is more than 1,200 years old and has about 242,000 inhabitants. Its excellent location on the River Elbe and its proximity to Berlin, Hanover, and Leipzig have proven to be a significant asset to the city. In the 19th century, the town developed into an important industrial and trade centre. Nowadays, another quite distinctive feature of Magdeburg is its considerable research and innovation potential at the university, the Max Planck and Fraunhofer research institutes, and the university of applied sciences, which are all located in close proximity to each other. Magdeburg offers an extensive park and garden landscape, a rich cultural and sports life, and an ideal atmosphere for being a student. Please visit the website: www.magdeburg.de.