Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena Medizinische Fakultät

- Jena, Germany
Abroad

General Information

The Medical Faculty of Friedrich Schiller University (FSU) Jena is a historic and highly modern institution, being the only university medical center in the state of Thuringia. Jena is famous for its "Light, Life, Liberty" research profile, and the medical faculty excels in integrating technology with clinical care. It is a world leader in sepsis research, aging studies, and medical optics, largely due to its unique location in a city dominated by high-tech companies like ZEISS and Jenoptik.


General Info

  • Established: 1558 (One of Germany's ten oldest universities).
  • Primary Location: > Bachstraße 18, 07743 Jena, Germany (Administrative and historic center).
  • Academic Model: Staatsexamen (German State Examination).
  • Student Seats: Approx. 270 seats per year, ensuring a more personalized learning environment compared to larger German hubs.
  • Phases: Follows the traditional 6.3-year German medical cycle (Pre-clinical, Clinical, and Practical Year).
  • Instruction: 100% German. Proficiency at C1 level (TestDaF 4x4, DSH-2, or telc C1 Hochschule) is mandatory.
  • Specialized English Tracks: For those focused on lab research, Jena offers world-class English-taught programs:
  • M.Sc. Molecular Medicine
  • M.Sc. Medical Photonics (a unique specialty utilizing Jena's optics expertise).

Campus Facilities

The medical faculty is characterized by its "networking" with Jena's technology sector, creating a high-tech learning environment.

  • SkillsLab Jena: A modern simulation facility where students practice clinical skills (ultrasound, suturing, physical diagnosis) using high-fidelity simulators and standardized patients.
  • Center for Sepsis Control & Care (CSCC): A leading international research center integrated into the faculty, offering unique opportunities for students interested in intensive care and immunology.
  • Werner Kaiser Research Center: Recently expanded, it features state-of-the-art MRI Research Infrastructure for projects ranging from neurological mapping to metabolic studies.
  • Leibniz Institute on Aging (FLI): Collaborates closely with the medical faculty on the molecular biology of aging and age-related diseases.
  • Digital Anatomy Suite: Features 3D visualization and virtual dissection tools to complement the classic cadaveric anatomy labs.
  • Medical Library (ThULB): Part of the Thuringian University and State Library, providing 24/7 digital access and specialized medical reading rooms at the Klinikum site.
  • Center for Medical Optics and Photonics: A collaboration hub focusing on laser medicine and advanced diagnostic imaging.
  • Computerized Exam Center: A high-capacity digital hall designed for secure, tablet-based national ranking exams (EDN).
  • Jenaer Uni-Klinik Baugeschehen: A massive ongoing construction project that has modernized the Lobeda campus into one of Europe's most cohesive clinical campuses.
  • Ärzte-Scout Thüringen: A unique advisory service (based at 건물 8, Carl-Zeiß-Straße 12) that supports medical students with questions regarding outpatient medicine and career planning.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

The Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ) is the primary teaching site, relocated largely to the modern Lobeda Campus (Am Klinikum 1):

  • Scale: Comprises 26 clinics and 25 institutes.
  • Specialized Centers: Includes a newly certified Pediatric Oncology Center and a world-renowned heart surgery unit.
  • Technology: UKJ is a pioneer in "Telemedicine" for rural Thuringia, allowing students to learn digital healthcare management.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

Jena remains one of the most affordable high-tier medical options in Germany as Thuringia does not charge tuition for international students for the primary medical degree.

Fee Category

Amount in EUR

Notes

Semester Contribution

335.05 €

Includes the "Deutschlandticket" for free nationwide transport.

Tuition (Medicine)

0 €

No tuition for the 6-year program.

Thoska Card Fee

20 €

One-time student ID/keycard fee.

Total per Semester

~335 €

Approx. $360 USD


Scholarship

  • Deutschlandstipendium: 300 €/month
  • Landesgraduierten-Stipendien: Up to 1,400 €/month plus childcare supplements for medical doctoral candidates.
  • DAAD Short-term Grants: Up to 1,000 €/month for international doctoral students finishing their research projects.
  • DAAD Prize: An annual award of 1,000 € specifically for international students with high academic and social merit.

City Details

  • The Vibe: A mix of high-tech industries and scenic nature. The Saale valley offers cliffs and trails for hiking directly from the city center.
  • Connectivity:
  • Public Transport: Excellent tram network. The Deutschlandticket (included in your fees) allows free regional and long-distance regional train travel across Germany.
  • Biking: Highly common, though some areas are hilly.
  • Safety: Very high. Jena is a family-friendly and safe academic environment.

Hostel & Mess

  • Accommodation: Managed by Studierendenwerk Thüringen.
  • Student Dorms: Rent ranges from 220 € to 450 €/month.
  • Private Housing: Expect to pay 350 € - 600 €/month for a shared room in a "WG."
  • Dining: Several "Mensas" are available, with the Mensa Ernst-Abbe-Platz being the most popular. Meals cost 3 € - 6 €.
  • Cost of Living: Jena is one of the most affordable student cities in Germany. Total monthly budget: 850 € - 1,100 €.
  • Vibe: A vibrant "Young" city over 25% of the population consists of students.

Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seats: None. Admission is strictly merit-based.
  • APS Certificate: Mandatory for applicants from India, China, and Vietnam.
  • Application: Non-EU applicants usually apply via uni-assist.
  • Language Prep: The University Language Centre offers intensive German courses in September for just 80 € to help international students acclimate.

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