Genetics and Biology of Ageing and Regeneration
University of Cologne offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Health & Medicine in Cologne, ranked #164 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 15 Jul 2026
What it costs
No tuition fees here — just plan for a normal Cologne student life.
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What you'll study
24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Genetics and Biology of Ageing and Regeneration. Master in Health & Welfare at University of Cologne, Cologne, DE. Taught in English.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#164
- FT — Masters in Management 2025#37
- FT — European Business Schools 2025#62
- THE — Clinical Pre Clinical Health 2026#151
- QS — Medicine 2025#200
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 University of Cologne
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Common questions
Is Genetics and Biology of Ageing and Regeneration at University of Cologne taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Cologne?
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 University of Cologne good for Health & Medicine?
University of Cologne ranks #151 in Clinical Pre Clinical Health (THE 2026).
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