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Germany’s first international medical campus

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6-year medical degree program in English with an international campus flair
Practice-oriented lessons in small groups
Study in Germany. Act globally. Be part of a large community from over 40 nations
Clinical-practical training in German and international teaching hospitals
State-of-the-art and highly digital university campus in Hamburg
Recognized in the EU, the United Kingdom, the USA, Switzerland, Norway, UAE, India and many other countries
Qualification after graduation for USMLE, UK (no PLAB required), etc.
Doctorate possible at G.E. Palade UMPhST of Targu Mures
Strong in research, interdisciplinary, practice-oriented
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Your medical preparatory course in just 3 weeks or 3 months.

Your successful start to medical studies begins here. With our preparatory courses, you will acquire the fundamental knowledge to begin medical studies at UMFST-UMCH.

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Doctors made in Germany - Top destination for your career

In Germany you will have a free choice of specialty after graduation - no competition or exam required. Automatic license as a doctor can be obtained immediately after graduation - no licensing exam required.

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University transfer to UMFST-UMCH

Have you already started studying medicine at another university? At UMFST-UMCH, you can continue your studies from the 2nd academic year.

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December 18, 2025

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January 7, 2026

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January 21, 2026

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Students report on the modern medical campus and share their experiences with the first-class equipment, the practice-oriented training, the various leisure opportunities, and the attractive location of the campus. Watch the clips and get exclusive insights and useful advice. Learn directly from our students why UMFST-UMCH is the perfect place to study and live. Get a comprehensive picture of campus life and gather valuable tips.

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12/17/2025

Merry Christmas & a happy New Year

Dear Students & Parents,
Dear Teaching Hospital Coordinators & Partners,
Dear Teachers and Members of the Academic Staff,
Dear Friends of UMFST-UMCH,

As the year comes to a close, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and all the very best for the New Year. We hope you enjoy a wonderful holiday season and start 2026 in good health, with confidence and optimism. What an Outstanding Year – Welcome, 2026! The year ahead stands for growth, diversity, and excellence. Our campus is now home to more than 850 students from over 50 nations, making UMFST-UMCH a truly international academic community and a vibrant hub for future physicians.

A Historic Milestone: Our First Graduates
One of the highlights of the year was the graduation of the first 74 students of UMCH – University Medicine Hamburg, Germany’s first English-language medical university. They were honored during a festive graduation ceremony at the Grand Elysée Hotel in Hamburg. We are especially proud that a number of our graduates have already started their specialist training (residency) at our teaching hospitals. All graduates successfully obtained their German medical license (Approbation) without any difficulty, underlining the high quality, recognition, and practical relevance of our medical education.

UMFST-UMCH Receives the German Medical Award 2025
We are especially proud that UMFST-UMCH Campus Hamburg has been awarded the German Medical Award 2025 for outstanding health communication. The jury recognized the university’s exemplary nationwide network of more than 30 teaching hospitals and over 100 teaching practices, all of which play a vital role in the clinical education of our students. From the third year of study onward, students spend several weeks each year in clinical settings and are actively integrated into everyday medical practice. This award honors not only the university, but also the commitment and dedication of our teaching hospitals, teaching practices, coordinators, teachers, and academic partners.

We wish you peaceful holidays, a successful start to the New Year, and continued good health.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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December 17, 2025

New Elective Course: Medicine of Sexuality – Sexual Medicine as an Integral Part of Modern Healthcare

With the elective course Medicine of Sexuality, UMFST-UMCH expands its academic offering to include an important and sensitive field of modern medicine. The course provides students with a solid understanding of sexual health and prepares them to address sexual-medicine-related issues in a competent, empathetic, and evidence-based manner in clinical practice.

Clinical Anatomy Elective Course: Integrating Anatomical Knowledge into Medical Practice

December 17, 2025

The elective course Clinical Anatomy at UMFST-UMCH offers students a valuable opportunity to deepen and refine the anatomical knowledge acquired during the first three semesters of the anatomy curriculum, with a strong focus on clinical relevance.Throughout the course, students review and consolidate core anatomical concepts while learning how to apply this knowledge effectively in medical practice.

Electrifying! Insights into Parkinson’s Disease through Deep Brain Stimulation

December 17, 2025

The Neuroscience Society Club at UMFST-UMCH Hamburg recently hosted an outstanding Reach Higher Lecture featuring Prof. Dr. Monika Pötter-Nerger from University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). Her talk, entitled
“Electrifying! Insights into Parkinson’s Disease from Deep Brain Stimulation,” attracted great interest and enthusiasm among students and guests alike.

Mixed Reality Meets Anatomy: Corpus Inspires Students at UMFST-UMCH

December 11, 2025

UMFST-UMCH students had the opportunity to immerse themselves in a completely new dimension of learning - and to reconnect with one of our distinguished alumni. We were delighted to welcome Tabea van Hauten, Doctor medic, back to campus for not just one, but two inspiring events.

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Our network of teaching hospitals and teaching practices

Benefit from our extensive network of teaching hospitals, teaching practices, and medical institutions in Germany and Europe. Our students acquire comprehensive practical skills and complete their clinical-practical training in nationwide hospitals and other medical institutions. They learn how to handle patients, get to know their future daily work routine, and gain experience.

Our Medical Foundation Tracks – Preparatory courses for medical studies

Before starting their studies, students are offered paid preparatory courses in English that are specifically designed to prepare them for medical studies.

Research focus areas of UMFST-UMCH

The university's research profile covers a variety of individual scientific projects and numerous interdisciplinary collaborations. A particular focus is placed on topics such as cancer research and cardiovascular sciences...

Junior Researcher Academy

To inspire students for research, the Junior Researcher Academy was created: a series of events in which students learn the basics and new perspectives of science...