Overview The MSc in Digital Health builds on a completed Bachelor's (or equivalent) degree to deepen your theoretical knowledge, practical skills and methodological abilities in digital health. The programme prepares graduates for managerial roles and research & development tasks across today’s health industry. You will gain the capacity to carry out empirical research and development in areas such as telematics, telemedicine, eHealth and digital health application systems, while developing links with national and international providers. The programme’s theoretical foundations support career paths in both industry and academia.
Curriculum and structure Teaching is organised into four module clusters: Health Care, Digital Health, Research & Methodology, and Soft Skills. Course content is distributed over three semesters with a final Master’s thesis. Key modules include:
What this means for international students The programme emphasises both applied and research-oriented skills, so you’ll be prepared for hands-on roles in companies or for academic research projects. The curriculum covers technical topics (coding, data analytics, AI), health-specific knowledge (medicine fundamentals, health systems) and soft skills (communication, management), providing a balanced skillset valuable across public and private health sectors worldwide.
Requirements (concise)
The programme runs over three taught (theoretical) semesters and finishes with an independent Master’s thesis. Studies commence in the winter semester, and on successful completion students are awarded the academic degree Master of Science. English proficiency is explicitly required for admission, so international applicants should ensure they meet the programme’s language expectations before applying.
Across the three semesters students progress from foundational theory to more advanced and specialised topics, preparing them to undertake an in-depth research project for the thesis. The taught phase typically combines core, advanced and elective coursework with methods training, providing the conceptual and methodological background needed for rigorous study in digital health.
Graduates will leave the programme able to carry out independent research, critically evaluate digital health concepts and evidence, and communicate complex findings—skills that support further academic study (PhD) or professional roles in healthcare, research, industry and policy related to digital health.
Requirements / key facts
This master's welcomes applicants who hold a suitable undergraduate degree and who successfully complete the programme’s aptitude assessment. Candidates should have a strong foundation in either health/medical domains or computing and related sciences, since the course combines clinical and technical perspectives.
If your bachelor’s degree was earned outside the country, check early whether it is recognised as equivalent to the listed fields; admissions may review transcripts and course content to confirm academic fit. Because the programme is interdisciplinary, relevant coursework or practical experience in medicine, public health, life/natural sciences, computer science, or information science will strengthen your application.
The aptitude process is used to evaluate applicants’ suitability for this specific master’s pathway. Expect this assessment to focus on your academic background, motivation and ability to bridge health and digital/technical topics — contact the admissions office for exact details about formats, deadlines and any preparatory materials.
Admission requirements
Winter Semester (International)
15 July 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 July 2026
Graduates are prepared for roles in industry, research and public health organisations where digital health solutions are developed, evaluated and implemented. Typical career paths include positions in product development and management for digital health systems, data analytics and AI in healthcare, health IT and informatics, telemedicine services, regulatory and data-protection advisory roles, or entrepreneurship in health technology startups.
The programme also provides a solid foundation for continuing into doctoral research for students who wish to pursue an academic or R&D career in digital health.
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