HMU Health and Medical University – Campus Munich

Medical Studies at HMU Campus Munich

The HMU Health and Medical University is a state-recognised private university offering the full German medical degree (Staatsexamen) across four campuses in Germany. The Munich campus operates in close partnership with Helios Kliniken Oberbayern, providing students with direct access to a large clinical network from the start of their studies.

The programme leads to the German Staatsexamen — the standard German medical qualification — and is fully equivalent to medical degrees from German state universities. There is no Numerus clausus (NC) restriction. The TMS (Test für medizinische Studiengänge) is not accepted as a selection criterion.

Clinical Partner: Helios Kliniken Oberbayern

The clinical phase of the Munich programme takes place at Helios Kliniken Oberbayern, a network with 49 departments and 1,088 beds. Students benefit from early and sustained clinical exposure in a professional hospital environment.

Intake Dates

The Munich campus has two intake dates per year: 1 April and 1 October.

Admission & Finances

HMU Campus Munich does not apply an NC restriction. The selection process consists of two stages:

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

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, which is the standard medical qualification in Germany. 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.

The curriculum follows the German Approbationsordnung für Ärzte (Approbation Regulation for Physicians), ensuring full compatibility with the German licensing system. Graduates receive German Approbation in the standard manner.

Campus & Student Life

The Munich campus benefits from its location in and around one of Germany's most desirable cities. Munich offers excellent quality of life, a strong economy, world-class cultural institutions, and easy access to the Bavarian Alps and Austria. Students have the advantage of studying in Germany itself, eliminating any degree recognition concerns and enabling seamless integration into the German medical system during training.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an NC restriction at HMU Munich?

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. It counts for 25% of the selection score. The remaining 75% is determined by a 20-minute interview with case simulation.

Is the TMS accepted?

No. HMU does not accept the TMS (Test für medizinische Studiengänge) as a selection criterion.

What are the tuition fees?

€1,500 per month during the pre-clinical and clinical phases; €300 per month during the Praktisches Jahr. An application fee of €500 and enrolment fee of €100 also apply.

When does the programme start?

HMU Munich has two annual intake dates: 1 April and 1 October.

Where does clinical training take place?

At Helios Kliniken Oberbayern, with 49 departments and 1,088 beds.