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Bachelor of Science

Medical Engineering - Clinical Technologies

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Health-oriented and patient-centered

Medicine and technology are growing ever closer together. Innovative technologies are helping to treat patients better and more individually.

Minimally invasive techniques in surgery and cardiotechnology are developing rapidly, as are sports medicine technology, organ support systems, imaging techniques, computer-aided communication technologies and app-based applications. Our degree programme will prepare you to contribute to this exciting future technology!

  • ECTS: 210 ECTS
  • Programme duration: 7 semesters
  • Campus: Schwenningen
  • Faculty: Faculty II: Engineering & Technology, Faculty III: Health, Medical & Life Sciences
  • Programme begins: winter semester (October), summer semester (March)
  • Application deadline: 15 July (winter semester), 15 January (summer semester)
  • Entry requirements: university entrance qualification
  • Teaching language: German
  • Accreditation: yes
  • Exciting areas of specialisation After studying the basics of medical technology, you can specialise in "Biomedical Technologies", "Operating Theatre Engineering/Cardiotechnology" and "Sports Medicine Technology".
  • Laboratory simulation You will be trained in our impressive laboratories. In the Center for Applied Simulation, you will get to know innovative devices and procedures, for example heart-lung machines in our operating simulation.
  • Preferably practical It is important to us that you don't just gain theoretical knowledge. That's why you'll be able to work on specific projects from clinics and industry right from the start of your studies, so that you can practice applying your knowledge in practice.
  • That extra something With us, you can also obtain the internationally recognised EBCP (European Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion) Certificate in Perfusiology/Cardiotechnology. We are one of the few training centres in Europe for this!

Details of the programme

Programme content and structure

The programme provides you with a broad basis of fundamental medical technology know-how, and then you decide for yourself how to proceed:

Specialisation in biomedical technologies
This focus deals with the development of innovative procedures and devices in medical monitoring, therapy and diagnosis. You'll acquire this in-depth technical knowledge in special lectures, practical courses and in our university's own research projects.

Specialisation in surgical engineering/cardiotechnology
Heart-lung machines and organ support systems are sophisticated devices. If you choose this focus, you will be heading towards a career as a perfusionist. These engineers are the link between doctors and technology in hospitals. You'll be taught in-depth medical knowledge for this job.

Specialisation in sports medicine technology
Personalised medicine, the development of individual training equipment or supportive aids require sports medicine fundamentals and knowledge of biomechanics. This is where you're in demand as an engineer! Intelligent sensors and developments from the field of medical technology are increasingly being used in the sports, fitness and rehabilitation sectors.

Foundation studies

The foundation courses (1st and 2nd semester) include medical, technical and scientific subjects, such as anatomy, physiology, clinical chemistry, computer science, physics, electrical engineering, materials engineering, mechanics and design, which prepare you for subject-specific medical engineering.

Advanced studies

The advanced courses are taken over five semesters and include the practical internship semester. They combine the classic content of the engineering profession with practical projects from clinics and industry and offer maximum choice and specialisation possibilities.

Career prospects

Your specialist knowledge will be in demand! Depending on your area of specialisation, possible career paths include industry, clinics, sports performance centres and rehabilitation facilities or cardiotechnology and surgical engineering, a career in research, in the management of healthcare facilities or in the field of training and configuration of medical devices.

Subject focus

  • 50% Medicine
  • 40% Engineering
  • 10% Languages
Entry requirements

To be admitted to this degree programme, you need a university entrance qualification. You should also enjoy and be interested in technology, natural sciences and, of course, medicine.

Don't worry if you're feeling a bit unsure about natural science subjects, we'll teach you all the basics again!

MKT specifics

You can work on your own exciting projects during your studies. You will be closely supervised by lecturers from the field and receive the support you need to realise your future-oriented ideas.

Whether it's a gesture-controlled robot, the further development of our simulated patient in the operating theatre or an intelligent therapy device – there are no limits to your imagination!

You might even take a big step towards the future of medical technology!

You also have the opportunity to obtain the internationally recognised EBCP (European Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion) certificate during your studies – and start your career as a perfusionist in a highly specialised medical field.

What's covered
Semester fees

Note: Enrolment is not possible unless semester fees have been paid!

All students at Furtwangen University pay semester fees every semester in the amount of €176.00.

Special features

Whether you would like to spend time abroad, do an internship in a clinic or in industry, would like to do research, or need info on the support of
medical technology companies or about how to fit your studies around your life – we're happy to advise you!
In the run-up to your studies, you'll have the opportunity to get a taste of everyday university life. We'll arrange an appointment for you to attend lectures and take a tour of our labs.

Your career prospects

The job market for our graduates is expanding worldwide. You will be in demand in industry, clinics, research institutions, sports performance centres and rehabilitation facilities.

Equipment & labs

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Faculty II: Engineering & Technology

With us, you’ll immerse yourself in a world where ideas become groundbreaking technologies! As part of our renowned engineering forge, the degree programmes in this field will prepare you for a career in which you’ll not only develop machines and technologies, but also help shape the future of medicine and industry. From mechanical engineering to medical engineering and industrial technologies – with us you’ll learn how engineering knowledge is used in practical, often life-changing, applications.

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This interfaculty degree programme is also offered in Internal link opens in the same window:Faculty III.

Faculty II: Engineering & Technology is actively involved in a wide range of research projects. Students can test their knowledge on real problems right from the start in excellently equipped laboratories. Faculty II students can even work on their theses at the Rottweil Research Center. And of course, the entire academic path is open to you at the faculty, right up to a doctorate!

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Your key contact

Your future is important to us. Contact us for advice.

Prof. Dr. Thomas Schiepp
Prof. Dr. Thomas Schiepp Dean of Studies:
Medical Engineering - Technologies and Development Processes (BSc) (MTE) / (IMT) discontinued
Medical Engineering - Clinical Technologies (BSc) (MKT)/(MEB) discontinued
Deputy Dean of Studies: Engineering and Business Management Master (MSc) (EBM)
Cora Galm
Cora Galm Member of academic staff
Sports medicine
+49 7720 307-4538 Mail cora.galm@hs-furtwangen.de

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