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MScRestricted admission
Master
Biomechanical Engineering
Winter: Jun 15, 2026
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (155.2 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter
About Biomechanical Engineering
Otto von Guericke University (OVGU) Magdeburg is a renowned institution known for its excellence in engineering and technology. The university offers a specialized course in Biomechanical Engineering, which combines principles of mechanical engineering with biology and human anatomy. Students in this program have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects and gain hands-on experience in the field. The faculty at OVGU are experts in their respective fields and provide valuable mentorship to students. Graduates from the Biomechanical Engineering program at OVGU are well-equipped to pursue careers in medical device design, rehabilitation engineering, and biomechanics research.
Specialization
Tracks: Exoprosthetics Endoprosthetics
Fields of study
Mechanical Engineering(Engineering)
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What you need to apply for Biomechanical Engineering at Otto von Guericke University (OVGU) Magdeburg
English language
IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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Furthermore, English language skills on the C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages need to be attested. One of the following certificates has to be submitted for application:
TOEFL-Test C1 (95-120 iBT) (due to the pandemic situation the TOEFL iBT® Special Home Edition is accepted currently)
IELTS C1 (7.0) (due to the pandemic situation the IELTS Indicator is accepted currently)
CAE (Certificate of Advanced English)
German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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Certificates of completed German exams, at least C1 according to GER (Common European Framework of Reference);
Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
180
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Required
adequate bachelor degree with at least 180 CP and a minimum average grade of 2.5 (as averaged result of all provided examination performances)
Not required
Prerequisites
adequate bachelor degree with at least 180 CP and a minimum average grade of 2.5 (as averaged result of all provided examination performances)
Proof of professional qualification by providing at least:
10 CP in mathematics,
10 CP in natural science,
15 CP in engineering science (mechanical engineering),
5 CP in materials science.
English language skills on the C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages need to be attested. One of the following certificates has to be submitted for application:
TOEFL-Test: C1 (95-120 iBT) (we also accept TOEFL iBT® Special Home Edition)
IELTS: C1 (7.0) (we also accept IELTS Indicator)
CAE (Certificate of Advanced English): C1 Advanced
PTE Academic: C1 (76-84)
An assessment of equivalence of a different certificate can be requested at the examination committee of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering as well.
A provisional admission on conditions can be made to a maximum extent of 15 CP.
Please note that proof of a measles vaccination is another admission requirement.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Biomechanical Engineering
Programme-specific documents
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
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Application procedure
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Application fee
75 EUR
Estimated time
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Address
Otto von Guericke
University Magdeburg
Universitätsplatz 2
39106 Magdeburg
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Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
155.2 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,214 – 12,214 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
Free
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
82%
9 accepted out of 11 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.18
Avg. accepted grade
German scale
1.88
Best admitted grade
German scale
2.54
Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 11 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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