Medizinische Fakultät Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden

The medical campus is an "innovation mile" in the Johannstadt district, where historic clinic buildings sit alongside glass-and-steel research hubs.

• Medizinisch-Interprofessionelles Trainingszentrum (MITZ): A premier skills lab where students practice everything from basic physical exams to high-stakes emergency simulations in a risk-free environment.
• Telepresence & Robotics: The campus uses mobile Telepresence Robots (TPR), allowing students to virtually attend surgeries or visit sensitive wards when physical presence is restricted.
• Virtual Reality (VR) Autopsy: Dresden is a pioneer in using VR glasses for simulated autopsies, allowing students to learn human anatomy and forensic medicine in a protected, immersive setting.
• OncoRay – Center for Radiation Research: A leading global center for proton therapy and radiation oncology, providing students with exposure to the future of cancer treatment.
• Dresden Integrated Liquid Biobank (DILB): A central facility for sample screening and biobanking, supporting large-scale clinical and genomic studies.
• Paul Langerhans Institute: A dedicated hub for diabetes research, focusing on beta-cell regeneration and innovative metabolic therapies.
• Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden (CRTD): An Excellence Cluster where clinicians and biologists work on "repairing" the human body using stem cells.
• AMBOSS Partnership: All students and teachers have free, full access to the AMBOSS knowledge database, integrated into the curriculum for exam preparation and clinical decision support.
• National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT/UCC): A joint venture with the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), ensuring students learn oncology at the absolute cutting edge.
• Medical Library (Zweigbibliothek Medizin): A high-tech branch of the SLUB (State and University Library), offering 24/7 digital access and specialized medical databases.

The Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus is Dresden’s "Maximum Care" provider:

• Capacity: Over 26 specialized clinics, 4 institutes, and 17 interdisciplinary centers with roughly 1,300 beds.
• Clinical Volume: Treats approximately 60,000 inpatients and 280,000 outpatients annually.
• Reputation: Consistently ranked as one of Germany's most reputable medical facilities by Focus magazine.
• Specialized Units: Home to the only Proton Therapy Center in eastern Germany and a leading center for cochlear implants and robotic surgery.

As a public university in Saxony, TU Dresden does not charge tuition fees for the medical degree.

Scholarship

• Deutschlandstipendium: 300 €/month based on grades and social commitment.
• DAAD-STIBET: Graduation scholarships and grants for "Highly Committed" international students.
• CarusCampus Funding: The alumni and support network provides specific grants for student research projects and travel for international PJ segments.
• Graduate Academy Grants: Specialized funding for international students pursuing a doctorate (Dr. med.) in Dresden.

• The Vibe: Known as the "Florence on the Elbe," Dresden is a stunning mix of Baroque architecture and high-tech "Silicon Saxony" industry. It offers a very high quality of life with extensive parks and the nearby Saxon Switzerland National Park.
• Connectivity:
• Public Transport: Excellent tram and S-Bahn network; the medical campus is a major hub.
• Proximity: Only 2 hours by train to Berlin and 2 hours to Prague (Czech Republic).
• Safety: A safe, vibrant city with a strong international scientific community.

• Accommodation: Managed by Studentenwerk Dresden.
• Student Dorms: Rent is very competitive, ranging from 230 € to 390 €/month. The dorms on Güntzstraße are especially popular for medical students.
• Private Housing: A room in a shared flat (WG) typically costs 350 € – 550 €/month.
• Dining: The Mensa Siedepunkt and Mensa Medizin are located directly on the medical campus, providing subsidized, high-quality meals (approx. 3.50 € – 6.50 €).

• APS Certificate: Mandatory for applicants from India, China, and Vietnam.
• Application Portal: Non-EU international students usually apply via the university's internal portal or uni-assist for the preliminary review (VPD).
• Application Period: Ends July 15 for the Winter Semester (the only medical intake).