Medical Informatics B.Sc.

Are you passionate about computer science and digitalization in healthcare? Then become part of our mission "Turning Research into Health".

Duration: 8 semesters
Start of training: 01 Sep
Training site: Berlin / Brandenburg

Requirements: The dual study is conducted in German. This means your knowledge of German must be at the appropriate level (C1 level). Additionally, you need a University Entrance Qualification - a recognized secondary school diploma (e.g. Abitur, A-levels, or an equivalent qualification).

Please submit your application in German—we look forward to receiving it!

For 2026, there is no open training position at the BIH.

Structure of dual study

Content

Medical informatics focuses on processing, optimizing, archiving, and analyzing medical data. The goal is to improve healthcare effectiveness. The study provides foundational knowledge in computer science and medical methodologies, preparing students to develop tools for data analysis, image and signal processing, and the use of mobile sensors.

Theory and Practical Phases

The dual study programme usually starts on September 1st, at the beginning of the winter semester. The programme lasts 8 semesters, with each semester divided into blocks: a 15-week theory phase is followed by a 3-week examination period and a 7- to 10-week practical phase at the company.

The dual study "Medical Informatics B.Sc." is highly practice-oriented. Students will complete practical components such as practical phases, project work, and their Bachelor thesis at the company under suitable conditions. We offer solid training in an international environment with excellent guidance from experienced professionals.

FAQ

For the theoretical phases, you will attend courses at the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences (THB). In order to enroll there, you will need a training contract, which you will sign directly with BIH.

As a company, we have entered into a cooperation agreement with THB.

Further information about the dual Bachelor's degree programme in Medical Informatics can be found here.
The dual students attend regular lectures at the university and work at BIH during the lecture-free periods. The practical phases at the company include a total of: seven weeks in the winter semester and ten weeks in the summer semester, as well as one day per week throughout the entire study period.
Two research groups supervise our dual students of Medical Informatics during their practical phases at BIH. The groups are conveniently located in the center of Berlin.

1. Research Group Prof. Dr. Roland Eils – Digital Health
2. Research Group Prof. Dr. Sylvia Thun – eHealth and Interoperability (CEI)
Excellent. We offer you a long-term career perspective at BIH upon successful graduation and collaboration.

Voices on the dual study programme

Due to my practical work, I am continuously learning new terms and gaining a deeper understanding of the key connections that are essential in medical informatics.

Adrian Neubauer

Adrian Neubauer, studying dual Medical Informatics B.Sc. at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences with practical phases at BIH.

Structure of dual study

Content

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