Digital Health

Universitat Potsdam · Potsdam, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Potsdam
Apply by
Register by 1 June 2027
Starts
Winter semester

Universitat Potsdam does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 – €9,500 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Admission information: Proof of a first professional qualifying university degree (e.g. Bachelor's degree) in Computer Science or a related subject Proof of the content and structure of the academic training Documents providing complete proof of all previous periods of study Current and complete curriculum vitae in tabular form from the age of 16 Proof of knowledge in data science, machine learning, statistical concepts and models or empirical research processes Proof of programming skills in R, Python, Matlab, C++, Java or another suitable programming language Proof in the areas of “Principles of IT Systems” and “Fundamentals of Programming” or in the areas of “Introduction to Principles of Medicine” and “Fundamentals of Healthcare Systems” Proof of language skills in English Proof of nationality Answers to the questions of the subject-specific test Proof of qualifications acquired outside the university system Evidence of special subject-related achievements APS certificate for applications with a school or university degree from India, China or Vietnam Translations, if applicable
English language requirement
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: PTE Academic: 76 IELTS Academic: 7 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® III TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: 1 April - 1 June
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About this programme

The progressive digitalisation of the medical field will continue to dramatically alter the healthcare landscape in the years to come. Technical innovations in the fields of hardware and software will allow more personalised prevention, more precise diagnoses, and more tailored therapies - which will mean better healthcare and lower costs in the long run. The interdisciplinary, English-language Master's programme in Digital Health is aimed at computer science and medical students who want to work as highly qualified experts in the health sector at the interface between IT , computer science , and medicine . The programme covers the basic concepts and methods of IT systems engineering and data engineering as well as the basics of medicine. The programme also provides an understanding of different healthcare systems. The Master of Science in Digital Health is a four-semester programme at the Faculty of Digital Engineering, a faculty jointly founded by the Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI) and the University of Potsdam . During their studies, students acquire the skills to analyse, design, and implement complex and secure IT systems and infrastructures in the healthcare field. They also deal with ethical and legal issues relevant to the design of health systems. Along with an excellent professional education in IT systems engineering , the Hasso Plattner Institute places great importance on teaching the interdisciplinary and key competencies (soft skills) that play a vital role in

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