Master of Science in Medical Physics and Physics of Living Systems
TU Dortmund University · Dortmund, Germany
- Level
- Master's
- Award
- Master of Science
- Language
- English
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Campus
- Dortmund
- Apply by
- Register by 2 April 2027 + 3 more
- Starts
- Winter and summer semester
TU Dortmund University does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 – €1,940 a year for international students.
Entry requirements and how to apply
- Entry requirements
- A first cycle degree qualification according to the European Qualifications Framework or an equivalent degree qualification in the field of physics, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering and alike with a sufficient proportion of lectures in advanced mathematics and physics The overall grade achieved in the required degree was at least 2.9 in the German grading scale. All information can be found in the access regulations .
- English language requirement
- B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 4 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 72 IELTS Academic: 5.5
- German language requirement
- No minimum language level required
- Application period
- The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries Iceland Norway Liechtenstein For the summer semester: until 2 April 2027 The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries Iceland Norway Liechtenstein For the winter semester: until 9 October 2026 The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the summer semester: until 15 January The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the winter semester: until 15 May
- Apply through
- Please check this website .
About this programme
The international Master’s programme in Medical Physics and Physics of Living Systems at TU Dortmund University offers interdisciplinary training at the intersection of physics, biology and medicine. Students acquire advanced scientific skills and learn to apply physical principles to biomedical challenges – from diagnostics to biotechnology and health technology. The programme offers two specialisation tracks: Track A – Medical Physics: This track prepares students for a career as a Medical Physics Expert (MPE) in hospitals or for work in the healthcare industry and related research. The track benefits from strong collaborations with clinics and medical research institutions. Track B – Physics of Living Systems: This track focuses on applying physics to understand biological systems. Students deepen their knowledge in areas like neuroinformatics, biochemistry, and modern life science methods.
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