Universität Regensburg Fakultät für Medizin

- Regensburg, Germany
Abroad

General Information

Founded in 1967, the Faculty of Medicine in Regensburg is part of a modern campus university located in a UNESCO World Heritage city. It is characterized by a "unity of research and teaching," where the medical faculty and the University Hospital Regensburg (UKR) are physically and academically integrated. The faculty is a leader in Immunotherapy, Transplantation, and Cardiovascular Medicine, offering a high-tech environment with a personalized, "short-distance" campus feel.


General Info

  • Established: 1967.
  • Primary Location: > Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany.
  • Academic Model: Staatsexamen (German State Examination).
  • Structure: A 6.3-year program (12 semesters + Practical Year).
  • Pre-clinical (Years 1–2): Focus on foundational sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry).
  • Clinical (Years 3–5): Intensive clinical study with bedside training at UKR and partner clinics.
  • Practical Year (PJ): The final 48 weeks of rotations.
  • Instruction: 100% German. C1 level proficiency (TestDaF 4x4 or DSH-2) is strictly required for the medical degree.
  • Research Focus: Nationally recognized for Immunotherapy, Tumor Research, Transplantation, and Cardiovascular Medicine.
  • Admission: Highly competitive (Numerus Clausus). Applications for non-EU students are generally processed directly by the university or via uni-assist (VPD required).

Campus Facilities

The Regensburg medical campus is designed for efficiency, with research labs and clinical departments located in immediate proximity.

  • LIT (Leibniz Institute for Immunotherapy): An elite institute focusing on the development of new immune-cell-based therapies for cancer and autoimmunity.
  • RCI (Regensburg Center for Interventional Immunology): A central hub that links university research with clinical applications in immunotherapy.
  • Simulation Center (SkillsLab): A modern facility where students practice clinical skills and emergency procedures using advanced diagnostic equipment and simulators.
  • UCCR (University Cancer Center Regensburg): Provides a structured framework for data-driven cancer research and interdisciplinary tumor conferences.
  • Molecular Medicine Labs: High-end laboratories dedicated to investigating the molecular causes of human diseases.
  • Biobank Regensburg: A centralized repository of biological samples supporting large-scale clinical and translational studies.
  • Anatomy Institute: Features state-of-the-art dissection halls and a comprehensive teaching collection.
  • Digital Learning Hub: Students have access to extensive medical databases, digital learning tools, and e-learning platforms.
  • Vielberth Building: A central lecture and seminar hub equipped with the latest teaching technologies.
  • Medical Library: A specialized branch of the university library with extensive 24/7 digital access and quiet zones for medical students.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • The University Hospital Regensburg (UKR) is a maximum-care provider for the entire East Bavarian region:
  • Capacity: Roughly 840 beds and over 28 specialized clinics and institutes.
  • Clinical Volume: Treats approximately 36,000 inpatients and 150,000 outpatients annually.
  • Specialization: Regensburg is the only center in Bavaria offering pediatric liver transplantation. It is also a leader in robotic surgery and minimally invasive techniques.
  • Staff: Over 4,900 employees, making it one of the largest employers in the region.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

Regensburg is a public university. There are currently no tuition fees for the primary medical degree for either EU or non-EU students.

Fee Category

Amount in EUR

Notes

Semester Fee

~201 €

Paid every 6 months; includes student union and transit ticket.

Semester Ticket

Included

Provides free unlimited bus transport within the regional (RVV) network.

Tuition (Medicine)

0 €

Free for the 6.3-year State Exam program.

Living Budget

~1,000 € – 1,200 €/mo

Regensburg is a medium-cost city with high demand for student housing.

Scholarship

  • Deutschlandstipendium: 300 €/month for students with outstanding grades and social engagement.
  • Bavarian Elite Network: Offers the Max Weber Program for highly gifted students.
  • BAYHOST Grants: Specifically for students from Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe.
  • International Office Scholarships: Provides needs-based and merit-based grants for international degree-seeking students.

City Details

  • The Vibe: Regensburg is one of Germany’s most beautiful cities, famous for its medieval "Old Town" (UNESCO site) and the stone bridge. It is vibrant, young (every 6th resident is a student), and traditionally Bavarian.
  • Connectivity:
  • Buses: Lines 6, 11, and 19 connect the city center directly to the "Klinikum" in about 10–15 minutes.
  • Walkability: The campus is compact, and everything can be reached quickly on foot or by bicycle.
  • Safety: Very high; Regensburg is consistently ranked as a very safe city for international students.

Hostel & Mess

  • Accommodation: Managed by STWNO (Studierendenwerk Niederbayern/Oberpfalz).
  • Student Dorms: Rent ranges from 300 € to 510 €/month. Many are located close to the university campus.
  • Private Housing: A room in a shared flat (WG) typically costs 350 € – 600 €/month.
  • Dining: The University Mensa and the hospital cafeteria offer subsidized meals (approx. 3.50 € – 7.50 €).

Miscellaneous

  • APS Certificate: Mandatory for applicants from India, China, and Vietnam.
  • HZB Requirement: International students often need a "direct HZB" or must attend a Studienkolleg (M-Course) if their high school diploma is not considered equivalent to the Abitur.
  • Deadline: July 15 for the Winter Semester (the main intake for Human Medicine).

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