Smart Health Sciences

Subjects: Healthcare

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

If you're passionate about specialized topics in medical and health technology, medical informatics, bioinformatics, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical technology, and you envision a career in research and development, this research master is perfect for you. The program targets graduates with at least a bachelor's degree in medical and health technology, bio- and medical informatics, or life sciences from a university or university of applied sciences. It’s designed for those eager to work in healthcare digitalization, focusing on pharmaceutical aspects, medicine production, hygiene, microbiology, and organizational, strategic, and economic issues. The curriculum covers current, multifaceted subjects like data analytics and virology. Ideal candidates are STEM-oriented, aiming for research-focused careers with an emphasis on organizational structures. They are communicative, enjoy working independently and conceptually, and thrive on interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research challenges. Thanks to the collaboration between the Department of Life Science Technologies and the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at TH OWL, the program addresses these topics comprehensively. The Department of Life Science Technologies excels in microbiology, biotechnology, pharmaceutical technology, and cosmetics and detergents within its “Applied Health Sciences” research cluster. Meanwhile, the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science tackles digitalization

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

TOEFL pbT 550/ibT 79 IELTS 6,5 Pkt. Cambridge ESOL CPE / CAE grade B FCE grade A B2-Certificate Bachelors degree acquired in Australia, UK, Ireland, Canada, New Zeeland, South Africa, USA or any state where English is established as an official language. You acquired your previous degree in an English-speaking program

Qualification Requirements

First degree obtained at a university or a university of applied sciences qualifying for a professional position at least at the level of a bachelor’s degree in medical and health technology, medical informatics, bioinformatics, biotechnology, pharmaceutical technology or life sciences with a standard period of study of at least six semesters (180 ECTS points) and evidence of a final examination grade of 2.5 or better.

Document Requirements

the bachelor's degree certificate or – if this is not available yet – a certified copy of passed examinations including information about the overall average grade, a documentation of the applicant’s English language proficiency, an English motivation letter including information about the specific talents and interests that explain the applicant's motivation to apply for this particular degree program.