Hannover, Germany
Hannover, Germany
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Hannover Medical School (MHH) stands out as one of Germany’s top-tier medical universities, particularly renowned for its integrated approach to research, teaching, and patient care. Its unique structure combines a world-class university hospital with cutting-edge research facilities, enabling students to learn in an environment where theory and practice intersect seamlessly. The university also offers highly specialized programs in transplant medicine, infection research, regenerative therapies, and public health, setting it apart from other medical schools in Europe.
A physician and prominent politician, Ursula von der Leyen graduated from MHH and has served in Germany’s federal gove... View More
A physician and prominent politician, Ursula von der Leyen graduated from MHH and has served in Germany’s federal government (2005–2019), including a term as Defence Minister. Since 2019, she has been President of the European Commission View Less
Philipp Rösler, an MHH-trained physician, later entered politics and served as Germany’s Federal Minister of Health (... View More
Philipp Rösler, an MHH-trained physician, later entered politics and served as Germany’s Federal Minister of Health (2009–2011) and then as Minister for Economics and Technology and Vice-Chancellor (2011–2013) View Less
Graduating from MHH in the early 2000s, Dr. Sandra Ciesek is now a leading virologist and heads the Institute of Medical... View More
Graduating from MHH in the early 2000s, Dr. Sandra Ciesek is now a leading virologist and heads the Institute of Medical Virology at Goethe University Frankfurt. She gained recognition for her work on hepatitis C and COVID‑19 View Less
A renowned dermatologist and allergist, Alexander Kapp led MHH’s Department of Dermatology and Allergy until retirin... View More
A renowned dermatologist and allergist, Alexander Kapp led MHH’s Department of Dermatology and Allergy until retiring in 2022. He is acclaimed for his research on atopic dermatitis and psoriasis View Less
As head of Transplant Surgery at MHH, Rudolf Pichlmayr pioneered liver transplantation, performed the world’s first ... View More
As head of Transplant Surgery at MHH, Rudolf Pichlmayr pioneered liver transplantation, performed the world’s first split-liver transplant (1988), and laid foundations for modern transplant medicine View Less
A full professor at MHH, Dirk Dressler is a neurologist and psychiatrist known for pioneering European botulinum toxin... View More
A full professor at MHH, Dirk Dressler is a neurologist and psychiatrist known for pioneering European botulinum toxin therapy for movement disorders like dystonia and spasticity View Less
Frank Bengel, director of the MHH Department of Nuclear Medicine, is a key figure in non‑invasive medical imaging, c... View More
Frank Bengel, director of the MHH Department of Nuclear Medicine, is a key figure in non‑invasive medical imaging, contributing significantly to cardiovascular nuclear diagnostics View Less
MHH spans an expansive, integrated campus comprising 48 interconnected buildings and covering around 400,000 m²—larger than 50 football fields. Recent expansions focus on sustainability and healing architecture with green courtyards, pedestrian-friendly walkways, and natural materials to support patient care and academic work
A lively campus culture thrives through student-run groups, cafés (such as the award-winning “living room”), film nights, debate clubs, and parties organized by the Campus Life association. MHH is internationally diverse, fostering cultural events, peer networks, and high involvement in initiatives
MHH’s Career Services deliver workshops, CV/interview coaching, company excursions (e.g., to Qiagen), alumni talks, and PhD consultation hours through its graduate school (HBRS). Career fairs and industry networking are standard components of its strategy to support successful postgraduate transitions
The below information is required while
completing the university application :
Secondary school leaving certificate equivalent to the German Abitur (12+ years of education).
High academic scores in relevant subjects (especially biology, chemistry, mathematics).
Proof of German language proficiency (e.g. TestDaF, DSH) – most bachelor’s programs are taught in German.
University entrance qualification recognized in Germany (via uni-assist for international students).
Pre-medical or entrance exam may be required for some programs (e.g., medicine).
Good scores in TestAS (for international applicants – recommended, not mandatory).
Motivational letter and CV may strengthen your application.
Know moreMHH has strong industry and hospital partnerships, leading to robust campus recruitment opportunities for its graduates. Leading pharmaceutical companies, medical device firms, research institutes, and hospitals actively recruit students from both clinical and research backgrounds. Organizations like Siemens Healthineers, Bayer, Boehringer Ingelheim, Fraunhofer Institute, and Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research often visit the campus or collaborate on joint training programs. Additionally, many students secure clinical roles and fellowships directly within the MHH hospital system or through international medical programs.
MHH has consistently ranked among the top medical research institutions in Germany. It has performed Germany’s first pediatric lung transplant, led pioneering work in artificial heart implantation, and was among the first to introduce personalized cancer immunotherapies. The university is also recognized for its high patient care standards, receiving accolades for its innovations in intensive care medicine, infection control, and transplant outcomes. MHH’s faculty includes award-winning researchers and clinicians who have contributed to global medical breakthroughs.
MHH was ranked among the top clinical and health universities globally by Times Higher Education, reflecting its excellence in teaching, patient care, and scientific innovation.
During the pandemic, MHH became a leading center for COVID-19 treatment and vaccine trials in Germany. It participated in early clinical trials of therapies, including antiviral drugs and vaccine candidates.
Although awarded to virologist Harald zur Hausen for his discovery of HPV as a cause of cervical cancer, his early academic collaborations with MHH highlighted the university's role in virological and oncological research.
MHH was selected to lead the REBIRTH (From Regenerative Biology to Reconstructive Therapy) research cluster, funded by the German Excellence Initiative. This interdisciplinary center focuses on regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy and tissue engineering.
MHH surgeons performed Germany’s first successful heart-lung transplant, marking a major milestone in thoracic surgery and establishing the institution as a leader in transplant medicine.
Innovation is at the core of MHH’s academic philosophy. The university is home to state-of-the-art research centers in areas like molecular medicine, stem cell research, bioinformatics, and gene therapy. It has made notable advancements in CRISPR technology, mRNA vaccine development, and 3D bioprinting of tissues. MHH regularly collaborates with national and international partners including the Leibniz Association, Helmholtz Association, and global pharmaceutical companies, fostering a vibrant research ecosystem. Its continuous investment in R&D ensures that students are part of real-world medical innovation from the start of their education.
In 2022, researchers at MHH advanced 3D-bioprinting technology to create human tissue scaffolds and miniature organ models (organoids) for use in transplant research and drug testing. These bioprinted models are crucial for future organ regeneration.
In collaboration with technical universities and startups, MHH introduced AI-based diagnostic systems in 2020 to detect neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s through imaging and predictive modeling. These systems improve early detection and patient monitoring.
In the early 2000s, MHH pioneered the concept of personalized cancer vaccines, especially in treating leukemia and melanoma. In 2001, its research into dendritic cell-based immunotherapy gained international recognition, influencing cancer treatment protocols across Europe.
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