Biomechanical Engineering (BiME)
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Engineering in Magdeburg, ranked #601 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 15 Jul 2026
- Apply via
- uni-assist
What it costs
No tuition fees here — just plan for a normal Magdeburg student life.
Living in Magdeburg →
What you'll study
24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Biomechanical Engineering (BiME). Master in Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, DE. Taught in English.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#601
- ARWU (Shanghai) 2024#701
- THE — Engineering 2026#801
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg
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Common questions
Is Biomechanical Engineering (BiME) at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
What is the acceptance rate at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 Jul 2026. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg good for Engineering?
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg ranks #801 in Engineering (THE 2026).
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