HMU Health and Medical University – Campus Düsseldorf/Krefeld

Medical Studies at HMU Campus Düsseldorf/Krefeld

The HMU Health and Medical University Campus Düsseldorf/Krefeld is the newest of HMU's four German campuses. The programme leads to the German Staatsexamen — the standard German medical qualification — and is free of Numerus clausus restrictions. The TMS is not accepted.

The campus operates across two locations: pre-clinical teaching takes place in the Medienhafen district of Düsseldorf, one of Germany's most modern urban quarters. The clinical phase is conducted at Helios Klinikum Krefeld, a large academic teaching hospital with over 1,400 beds and more than 40 specialised departments.

WFME Accreditation

The HMU holds WFME (World Federation for Medical Education) accreditation. This means graduates are eligible to pursue ECFMG certification and sit the USMLE examinations, opening the pathway to residency in the United States — a significant advantage over many other European medical programmes.

First Intake

The Düsseldorf/Krefeld campus welcomes its first cohort in the winter semester 2026/27.

Admission & Finances

HMU Campus Düsseldorf/Krefeld does not apply an NC restriction. The selection process is identical across all HMU campuses:

• 90-minute multiple-choice entrance test (biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics) — weighted at 25%
• 20-minute personal interview with case simulation — weighted at 75%

The TMS is not accepted. An application fee of €500 and an enrolment fee of €100 apply.

Tuition fees are €1,500 per month during the pre-clinical and clinical phases, and €300 per month during the Praktisches Jahr (PJ). BAföG is not available for private universities.

Studies & Recognition

The HMU programme leads to the German Staatsexamen under the Approbationsordnung für Ärzte. As a state-recognised German university, the HMU degree is fully equivalent to degrees from German public medical faculties and is automatically recognised throughout the EU under Directive 2005/36/EC.

HMU holds WFME accreditation, making graduates eligible for ECFMG certification and the USMLE pathway to US residency. Applicants interested in this route should verify current ECFMG requirements independently.

Campus & Student Life

Düsseldorf is one of Germany's most cosmopolitan cities — a centre of fashion, media, and international business on the Rhine. The Medienhafen, where pre-clinical teaching takes place, is a striking waterfront district with modern architecture and a vibrant atmosphere. Krefeld, located 20 km from Düsseldorf, offers a quieter city environment while remaining closely connected to the regional metropolitan area. Students benefit from studying within the German medical system, with all recognition and licensure concerns fully resolved from day one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an NC restriction at HMU Düsseldorf/Krefeld?

No. HMU does not apply a Numerus clausus. Admission is based on the entrance test and interview.

What does the entrance test cover?

The 90-minute multiple-choice test covers biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics — weighted at 25%. The 20-minute interview with case simulation counts for 75%.

Is the programme WFME-accredited?

Yes. HMU holds WFME accreditation. Graduates are eligible for ECFMG certification and may pursue the USMLE pathway to US residency.

Where does clinical training take place?

At Helios Klinikum Krefeld, with over 1,400 beds and more than 40 specialised departments.

When does the Düsseldorf/Krefeld campus open?

The first cohort starts in winter semester 2026/27.

What are the tuition fees?

€1,500 per month during pre-clinical and clinical phases; €300 per month during the Praktisches Jahr.