Applied Health Sciences
Don't just understand health - analyze it, shape it strategically and change it effectively!
At a glance
Academic degree
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Form of study
Consecutive full-time Master's degree
Standard period of study
3 semesters (incl. Master's thesis), 90 ECTS, extension to 5 semesters possible
Place of study
Language of instruction
German
Start of studies
Winter semester (October 01)
Summer semester (March 15)
Admission requirements
- University degree or other equivalent qualification in the field of health sciences or a related course of study
- Generally 210 ECTS including a practical semester; for degrees with 180 ECTS, missing ECTS in theory or practice can be made up before the start of studies or within one year after the start of studies. Recognition is possible.
- You can find more information in the study and examination regulations
- For international applicants: all information about the application including an overview of the required language certificates here
Costs
Semester fee (incl. semester ticket)
Semester abroad
Possible as a theoretical or practical semester
Studying with a practice partner
On request as a degree course with in-depth practical experience (PraxisPlus)
Accreditation
accredited by the Accreditation Council
Registration
from May 02 – October 19 (for the winter semester)
from November 15 – March 14 (for the summer semester)
Profile of the degree program
The "Applied Health Sciences" Master's degree program is aimed at you if you want to deepen your knowledge and at the same time apply it directly in practice. You will learn how to plan, implement and further develop health projects in companies, organizations and communities.
At the beginning, you will deepen your knowledge of central theoretical principles and critically examine current issues. Building on this, you will acquire sound methodological skills that will enable you to work in a scientifically sound manner.
As you progress, you will apply your knowledge in practical research projects and gain valuable experience that will optimally prepare you for your future career in the healthcare sector.
What we value
Study internationally
At Coburg University of Applied Sciences, students have the opportunity to complete a study or practical semester abroad. To this end, Coburg University of Applied Sciences maintains relationships with foreign partner universities.
Further information is available from the university's Study Abroad service.
Research and practice
The special feature of the Master's degree course in Applied Health Sciences is the combination of academic research and practice-oriented application. It is designed to enable students to apply their conceptual and methodological knowledge directly in interdisciplinary, regional, supra-regional and international projects. This enables students to establish valuable contacts with companies, organizations and research institutions during their studies.
Course content and schedule
The course is divided into three study sections.
1. and 2nd semester
The first and second semesters are about teaching:
- Conceptual competencies
- Methodological competencies
- Transfer skills.
The empirical-scientific know-how is supplemented by the following aspects:
- Historical and socio-political development of health sciences in Germany in international comparison
- current discourses on current health systems in the context of national and international health policy
- Perspectives on global socio-political, environmental and technological challenges
3rd semester
In the third stage of the course, the focus is on writing the Master's thesis. In addition, there are accompanying courses in which further transfer skills are taught. Small group sizes allow for intensive contact with lecturers and students.
Study focus
- Health across the lifespan
- Health promotion in organizations (companies, educational and social institutions, public institutions)
Job & Career
Graduates of the Master's degree program in Applied Health Sciences are qualified for responsible and leading positions in various areas of the healthcare sector.
They design health strategies in companies and organizations, for example in occupational health management, human resources or organizational development. In local authorities, they develop and manage health promotion programs for various target groups. They also take on central tasks in social institutions by designing and implementing prevention and rehabilitation measures.
In addition, there are opportunities in science and research, for example in the development, monitoring and evaluation of projects in the field of health promotion.
Do your doctorate now!
Graduates with a good Master's degree can continue to work scientifically after completing their Master's degree. For example, they have the opportunity to do a doctorate at the Analytics4Health Doctoral Center at Coburg University of Applied Sciences or in cooperation with a university.
Curriculum and examination regulations
The study structure provides an overview of the course structure. The module handbook provides information on the content of the individual modules. The study and examination regulations form the legal basis of the degree program. Prof. Dr. Karin Meißner, head of the course, will also answer questions about the content of the course.
