International Programmes 2026/2027

Master of Science in Applied Health Informatics and Digital Medicine MSc Applied Health Informatics & Digital Medicine

RWTH Aachen University • Aachen

Degree
Master of Science
Course location
Aachen
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

All courses are held in English.

Full-time / part-time
  • part-time (study alongside work)
Mode of study
Hybrid
Programme duration
4 semesters
Beginning
Winter semester
Application periods
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the winter semester:
1 December - 15 July
More information on application periods
Please find more details on this website.
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

The course is offered in cooperation with the University Hospital RWTH Aachen as a university maximum care provider and centre for cutting-edge medicine and the Medical Faculty of RWTH Aachen. The scientific director of the programme is Univ-Prof Dr med Rainer Röhrig, Director of the Institute for Medical Informatics at RWTH Aachen University Hospital.

The Master's programme Applied Health Informatics and Digital Medicine aims to train experts in the field of medical informatics. Participants learn to acquire and evaluate medical data and make it usable for healthcare. Completion of the programme opens up a wide range of career opportunities in an interdisciplinary work environment.

Course organisation

A blended-learning concept, which incorporates digital teaching and learning with short attendance blocks, enables participants to receive the highest level of academic and practical training whilst limiting time away from home and work.

The Master’s programme consists of 12 modules. Each module includes live online seminars as well as hands-on training and lectures in Aachen. The attendance days are organised in blocks that take place two to three times per semester.

In order to optimally integrate this Master’s degree into your work routine, each module is supported by digital teaching and learning content that can be accessed at flexible times. In the third semester, you can choose between nine different elective modules to focus on your areas of interest. The last semester is dedicated to the preparation and compilation of a Master's thesis.

A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
  • International guest lecturers
  • Specialist literature in other languages
Integrated internships

One compulsory module consists of the preparation of a project work. The project work can be performed in the context of the current occupation or as part of an internship. The project work should offer the possibility to apply and complement the theoretical contents of the studies. The project work can address all topics relevant to the study of biomedical and health informatics.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Pace of course
Mixed (e.g. fixed exam dates and duration, study content can be studied at any time)
Phase(s) of attendance in Germany (applies to the entire programme)
Yes, voluntary
Tuition fees per semester
The following tuition fees apply for applicants from: all countries
6,650 EUR
Tuition fee exemptions apply to
Scholarship holders
More information on tuition fees
Please find more details on this website.
Semester contribution

The semester fee of RWTH Aachen University is approx. 320 EUR* per semester (includes the semester ticket for public transport within the whole state of North Rhine-Westphalia, part of Belgium, and part of the Netherlands) and is unrelated to RWTH International Academy’s fees.

*Please note that this fee changes every semester. The exact amount will be communicated by RWTH Aachen University.

Funding opportunities within the university
Yes
Description of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the university

A limited number of scholarships from various organisations is available to help students finance their studies. Please see the following website for a list of scholarships, and grants as well as specific application requirements and conditions: http://www.rwth-aachen.de/scholarships.

Additional: Scholarships - MSc in Applied Health Informatics & Digital Medicine

Academic admission requirements
  • First academic degree e.g. Bachelor of Science (BSc) in computer science, mathematics or natural sciences or completed medical studies
  • At least one year of work experience in the field of medicine or computer science after graduation
  • English language proficiency (Level B2, details below)
German language skills
No minimum language level required
English language skills
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.:
  • UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II
  • PTE Academic: 60
  • TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 90
  • IELTS Academic: 6
  • Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First
Application periods
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the winter semester:
1 December - 15 July
More information on application periods
Please find more details on this website.
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Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Welcome event

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