Medizinischen Fakultät der Universität des Saarlandes

The Homburg campus is a "Forest Campus" nearly all university and hospital buildings are nestled in a large woodland area, creating a quiet, focused environment for study.

• SkillsLab Homburg: A state-of-the-art training center where students practice clinical skills on simulators and with "standardized patients" (actors).
• Anatomy & Dissection Labs: Renowned for their high quality and modern equipment, providing hands-on morphological training.
• Core Facilities (NGS & Microscopy): High-tech hubs for Next-Generation Sequencing and advanced light microscopy available for student research projects.
• ZHMB (Center for Human and Molecular Biology): An interdisciplinary center bridging basic research and clinical application.
• Digital Pathology & CIP Pools: Modern computer labs and digital tools for virtual microscopy and e-learning.
• Medical Library: A specialized branch located directly on campus with extensive 24/7 digital access for students.
• Center for Experimental Orthopaedics: A specialized research unit focusing on joint health and regenerative medicine.
• Sport & Wellness: Dedicated athletic facilities and fitness programs located right on the forest campus.
• Interdisciplinary Center for Clinical Research (IZKF): Provides funding and support for medical students pursuing their doctoral degrees (Dr. med.).
• Welcome Center (Homburg): A dedicated office that helps international students with visas, residence permits, and local integration.

The Saarland University Medical Center (UKS) is the largest healthcare provider in the region:

• Capacity: Includes over 30 specialized clinics and institutes with roughly 1,200 to 1,400 beds.
• Clinical Volume: Treats approximately 50,000 inpatients and over 200,000 outpatients annually.
• Specialized Centers: Home to the Saarland Cancer Center, the Cochlear Implant Center (CIC), and a leading Transplantation Center.
• Regional Hub: Serves as a maximum-care provider for Saarland, parts of Rhineland-Palatinate, and neighboring France and Luxembourg.

Saarland University is a public institution; there are currently no tuition fees for the primary medical degree, even for non-EU students.

Scholarship

• Deutschlandstipendium: 300 €/month for high-achieving students who show social responsibility.
• Studienstiftung des Saarlandes: Specific grants for talented students studying within the state of Saarland.
• International Office Grants: Short-term financial aid for international students in the final stages of their degree or in emergencies.
• PROMOS: Funding for students who wish to complete part of their Practical Year (PJ) or a clinical clerkship abroad.

• The Vibe: Homburg is a quiet, leafy town dominated by the medical university. It is famous for the Schlossberghöhlen (Europe's largest colored sandstone caves) and offers excellent hiking and biking trails.
• Connectivity:
• Train: Direct connections to Saarbrücken (approx. 25–30 minutes) and Mannheim.
• Shuttle: A university shuttle bus connects the Homburg campus with the main Saarbrücken campus multiple times a day.
• Safety: Very high; Homburg is a safe, community-oriented town where students are well-integrated.

• Accommodation: Managed by Studierendenwerk Saarland.
• Student Dorms: Rent is very competitive, ranging from 250 € to 450 €/month. Dorms like Studentenwohnheim C are located right on the Homburg campus.
• Private Housing: A room in a shared flat (WG) in Homburg typically costs 300 € – 500 €/month.
• Dining: The Homburg Mensa is the social heart of the campus, offering subsidized meals for students (approx. 3.50 € – 6.50 €).

• APS Certificate: Mandatory for applicants from India, China, and Vietnam.
• Uni-assist: International students must apply via uni-assist for a VPD (Preliminary Review) before the university deadline.
• Deadline: July 15 for the Winter Semester (the main intake for medicine).