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... studying at UMCH
Look forward to studying at UMCH! Get to know us free of charge and without obligation, digitally or directly on site. Our Medical Foundation Tracks offer you the perfect preparation for your studies. Already successfully passed the entrance exam? Congratulations! Here is a foretaste of the start of your studies. Whichever path you take - we look forward to seeing you!
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UMCH and enjoy the first impression of our students
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your start to a successful medical degree
All-round preparation for your degree
Get ready for your medical degree
Our professional preparation courses offer prospective medical, dental, veterinary and pharmacy students the opportunity to prepare themselves optimally for the demanding degree program. With practical content, experienced lecturers, and a university learning environment, we support you in expanding your knowledge and skills in order to successfully start your medical career. Discover our diverse range of courses and lay the foundation for your career in the world of medicine with us.
This is what awaits you
Strong foundation for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy or veterinary medicine
At the UMCH medical university campus in Hamburg
Make international friends and establish contacts
Optimal preparation for your entrance exam and your studies
Lots of basic knowledge in a short time
English-language lessons with experienced specialist lecturers
Participation in workshops, university events, leisure activities, etc.
In the most attractive European metropolis
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your start to a successful medical degree
Medical Foundation Track
( 12 weeks )
The 12-week intensive course “Medical Foundation Track” offers comprehensive preparation for medical studies – on-site or online, with optional accommodation. The program covers key scientific subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, as well as Mathematics, Biochemistry, Anatomy, and Medical Theory. Participants can effectively close knowledge gaps and optimally prepare for medical studies at UMCH or another English-speaking university. Furthermore, the “Medical Foundation Track” provides intensive preparation for our admission procedures, which all graduates of this intensive course have successfully passed so far. A special advantage: The study place remains reserved until enrollment, which is a significant difference compared to the regular, successive application process. The program also offers first insights into preclinical subjects, promotes professional exchange with students and faculty, and enables participation in workshops and ReachHigher lectures. Take this opportunity to make the most of your gap year and start your medical studies with a solid academic foundation.
Medical Foundation Track
( 3 weeks )
The 3-week summer course “Medical Foundation Track” offers you the perfect opportunity to experience a taste of medical studies during your summer break – on-site or online, with optional accommodation. The program covers core sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, and anatomy, providing you with essential knowledge for your future medical studies at UMCH. With the “Medical Foundation Track”, you can close knowledge gaps and prepare optimally for your medical studies at UMCH. Additionally, the program offers intensive preparation for our admission process, giving you the opportunity for early admission based on your predicted grades. A key advantage: Your study place is reserved until enrollment, setting it apart from the regular application process. The summer course also provides an introduction to preclinical subjects, encourages interaction with students and faculty, and allows you to participate in workshops and ReachHigher lectures. Make the most of your summer break with a crash course in medicine – the ideal preparation for your medical studies. Sign up now and secure your study place!
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Teacher & MFT Students sharing their insights of the Medical Foundation Track by UMCH
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... the student city of Hamburg
... falling in love with the Hafen-City
Hamburg is undoubtedly a great city and a highly attractive place to study. As an educational and research location, the Elbe metropolis is the center of numerous renowned institutes and research centers, whose economic and scientific importance makes the city a top location for medical training. Hamburg is also characterized by an impressive history, which is reflected in its multifaceted architecture, among other things
... High quality of life
The Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg is located in the north of Germany and is both a city state and a federal state. With over 1.8 million inhabitants, it is the second largest city in Germany after Berlin. Hamburg is known as a media and start-up center, has a vibrant cultural scene and is considered one of the cities with the highest quality of life in the world. The Alster and the Elbe offer numerous recreational opportunities; The North Sea is just as easy to reach as the beautiful cities of Lübeck and Lüneburg. It is an eternal myth that it rains more in Hamburg than in other German cities. On average, the city has just 130 rainy days, 40 fewer than Munich. As Germany's second-largest city, Hamburg offers optimal connections to all major German and European cities. Whether by bus, train, car or plane - Hamburg is easy to reach from anywhere thanks to its size and international orientation.
... Germany's gateway to the world
„Germany's gateway to the world“ - the Port of Hamburg - is one of the world's largest transshipment ports, the third-largest port in Europe and makes the city one of the most important logistics locations in Europe. The typical clinker facades shape Hamburg's varied cityscape, as does the futuristic HafenCity and the old town. Numerous canals and canals as well as more bridges than Amsterdam and Venice combined give the city its unique flair. Hamburg is characterized by an impressive history, which is particularly reflected in its multifaceted architecture. The historic Speicherstadt and the Kontorhausviertel are already listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites and since 2017 the Elbphilharmonie has also been considered a landmark of the city.
... University city
Hamburg is undoubtedly a great city and a highly attractive place to study. With both private and public universities, Hamburg is one of the central university cities and one of the most important research locations in Germany. This means that the city has a diverse student and nightlife. As an educational and research location, Hamburg is the center of several renowned educational institutions, institutes and research centers - its economic and scientific importance makes the city a top location for medical training.
... Cultural diversity
After New York and London, Hamburg is the world's third largest musical location - for many years the city was the setting for 'The Lion King' and 'The Phantom of the Opera'. With music festivals, musicals, concerts and theater performances as well as the internationally famous St. Pauli district, there is always something to experience in Hamburg. There are no limits to leisure activities: the traditional Altona fish market, the Hamburg DOM as the largest folk festival in the north, the Cruise Days, the Miniatur Wunderland, around 60 theaters and more than 60 museums as well as internationally known galleries, the International German Tennis Championships at the Hamburg Rothenbaum, the annual marathon, the Cyclassics and the harbor birthday are just a small selection of the wide range of sports, culture and leisure alternatives.
... The happiest Germans live in Hamburg
Hamburg has been crowned the happiest city in Germany according to the SKL Glücksatlas 2024! Hamburg surpasses regions like Bavaria and Schleswig-Holstein with an impressive score in the happiness index. This vibrant city is renowned for its excellent healthcare, abundant green spaces, and strong economic performance. Despite the urban hustle and bustle, Hamburgers enjoy the highest life satisfaction in the country. This recognition highlights Hamburg as a thriving, supportive environment perfect for living and studying.
Falling in Love with Hamburg
Student Nitika shows you the most beautiful places in Hamburg
Hamburg in numbers:
Square kilometers
Total area of Hamburg
Millions
Inhabitants
largest
City in Germany
Bridges
(6 times as many bridges as in Venice)
Universities
with over 120,000 students
greenest &
most musical city in Germany
Museums
in the areas of art & history
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... Suggestions for accommodation and
Student dormitories
Finding suitable and affordable accommodation in a big city like Hamburg is not easy. That's why we have put together the most suitable accommodation and conditions for you so that you can get your bearings in advance
