Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane

- Neuruppin, Germany
Abroad

General Information

Founded in 2014, the MHB is a private, non-profit medical university that serves as a unique "foundation university" in the state of Brandenburg. Unlike most German medical schools, it was created specifically to address rural healthcare shortages. It operates on a decentralized model across four main locations (Neuruppin, Brandenburg an der Havel, Bernau, and Rüdersdorf), prioritizing student personality and practical experience over traditional high school grades (NC-free).


General Info

  • Established: 2014.
  • Primary Locations: * Campus Neuruppin: Focuses on human medicine and psychology.
  • Campus Brandenburg an der Havel: The hub for dentistry and clinical modules.
  • Academic Model: Staatsexamen (German State Examination).
  • Structure: A 6.3-year program (12 semesters + Practical Year).
  • Brandenburg Model Curriculum: Features early clinical contact from Semester 1 through "Practice Days" and weekly shadowing of resident physicians.
  • Problem-Based Learning (PBL): Focuses on small-group teaching and case-based studies rather than massive lecture halls.
  • Instruction: 100% German. C1 level proficiency (DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4) is mandatory.
  • Admission: No Numerus Clausus (NC). Admission is based on a multi-stage selection process including a written application, personal interviews, and a "personality-oriented" assessment test.
  • Core Philosophy: "Head, Heart, and Hand" a focus on professional competence, social skills, and practical manual ability.

Campus Facilities

MHB facilities are integrated directly into hospital environments and historic town centers, offering a "boutique" academic atmosphere.

  • SkillsLab (Neuruppin & Brandenburg): Advanced simulation centers where students practice clinical skills (venipuncture, sonography, emergency response) on high-fidelity mannequins.
  • Institute of Translational Immunology: Focused on cardiovascular and tumor immunology, bridging basic lab science with clinical routines.
  • JBI Center for Evidence-Based Practice: One of only a few in Germany, focusing on the synthesis of clinical evidence to improve bedside decision-making.
  • ZVF-BB (Centre for Health Care Research): A research hub focused specifically on improving medical care in rural and aging populations.
  • Digital Learning Infrastructure: Provides remote access to all lecture materials, case studies, and a specialized digital medical library (MHBib).
  • Institute of Anatomy: Features modern dissection labs and digital tables, utilizing prosected specimens to support early clinical relevance.
  • Psychology Clinic Days: A unique German feature where psychology students start working with patients in clinical settings very early in their Bachelor’s.
  • New Town Center Campus (Neuruppin): A recently opened facility in the historic heart of Neuruppin, housing social psychology and general psychology departments.
  • Joint Faculty of Health Sciences: A collaborative research umbrella with the University of Potsdam and BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg.
  • Language & Career Support: Integrated counseling to help international graduates transition into the German residency system.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

The MHB is unique because it is owned and operated by its cooperating clinics:

  • University Hospital Ruppin-Brandenburg (Neuruppin): A primary training site for internal medicine and surgery.
  • Municipal Hospital Brandenburg an der Havel: The largest clinical hub in western Brandenburg (approx. 500 beds).
  • Immanuel Klinikum Bernau (Heart Center): A world-class center for cardiovascular surgery and cardiology.
  • Immanuel Klinik Rüdersdorf: Specialized in psychiatry, psychotherapy, and psychosomatics.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

As a private, non-profit institution, MHB charges tuition to cover its intensive, small-group teaching model.

Fee Category

Amount in EUR

Notes

Medicine (Total Degree)

~118,000 €

Paid in installments over 6+ years.

Application Fee

175 €

One-time fee for the selection process.

Semester Ticket

~212 €

Covers unlimited regional transport in Berlin/Brandenburg.

Living Budget

~850 € – 1,100 €/mo

Neuruppin and Brandenburg are affordable compared to Berlin.

Scholarship

  • Cooperating Clinic Scholarships: Hospitals in the network often pay a significant portion of the tuition (e.g., 80,000 €) in exchange for a commitment to work at that hospital after graduation.
  • Reverse Generational Contract (Chancen e.G.): A "study now, pay later" model where tuition is paid back as a percentage of your future income once you start working.
  • Deutschlandstipendium: 300 €/month for students with exceptional motivation and social commitment.

City Details

  • The Vibe: Neuruppin is the "Fontane City," a historic Prussian garrison town on the shores of Lake Ruppin. It is quiet, safe, and student-focused.
  • Connectivity:
  • Regional Rail: The Prignitz-Express (RE6) connects Neuruppin to Berlin-Spandau in about 60 minutes.
  • Brandenburg an der Havel: Well-connected to Berlin and Potsdam via the RE1 line.
  • Safety: Extremely high; these are small, community-oriented cities where students are highly integrated.

Hostel & Mess

  • Accommodation: Provided via Studierendenwerk West:Brandenburg and hospital-owned housing.
  • Student Dorms: Rent is approximately 320 € – 350 €/month (e.g., Zanderstraße in Brandenburg).
  • Shared Flats: Available on hospital campuses for approx. 350 €/month.
  • Dining: Hospital cafeterias and student mensas provide subsidized meals (approx. 3.50 € – 6.50 €).
  • Quality of Life: Neuruppin is a scenic lakeside town, offering a peaceful study environment with high air quality and water-sports opportunities.

Miscellaneous

  • APS Certificate: Mandatory for applicants from India, China, and Vietnam.
  • Intake: Winter Semester (Deadline: April 30) and Summer Semester (Deadline: October 31).
  • Selection Days: Applicants are invited to campus for group tasks and individual interviews.

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