Program Overview
The International Health at University of Heidelberg is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Health programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Heidelberg, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Creating a Learning Community
- Introduction to International Health and Health Systems
- Determinants of Health
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods in International Health
- Health Policy and Evaluation
- Health Planning and Management
- Disease Control: Policies and Strategies
- Public Health anthropology: concepts and tools
- Improving the Quality of Healthcare Services
- Global Challenges in Reproductive Health: Evidence and Tools for Programme Implementantion
- Thesis and Oral Exam
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Candidates applying for grants and third-party funding should:
- submit their application for admission to the Master of Science in International Health
- submit their application for scholarships or sponsorships to potential funding organisations
Candidates are expected to have at least two years of working experience in low an middle-income countries in a relevant field.
The medium of instruction os English. Proficiency in the English language is required. Students for whom English is not their first language must provide evidence of a 6.5 IELTS band (or 580 TOEFL score). Exemption from this requirement may be granted to those who completed higher education in the English language (written proof required with application).
A maximum of 25 participants will be acepted each year, drawn from a wide range of countries. We aim to achieve a balance in gender, dicipline and between participants from industrialised and developing countries.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Heidelberg directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Heidelberg
University of Heidelberg
Heidelberg, Germany
Heidelberg University, officially theRuprecht Karl University of Heidelberg(German:Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg;Latin:Universitas Ruperto Carola Heidelbergensis), is apublicresearch...
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
