A postgraduate program in digital medicine was developed as part of an EU project. This is intended as further training for graduates of medicine or other medical training programs and will deal with the most important applications of digital data processing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics and the Internet of Things in the healthcare sector. The ULG aims to improve higher education for healthcare professionals in digital skills and deepen understanding of the design, use and development of digital technologies.
Digital health applications have significant growth potential and are one of the areas with the strongest societal demand for digital professionals. The postgraduate program presented is intended to help close this gap as part of an international course.
Students have the opportunity to choose between 2 specializations with different focuses:
- Data Expert in Health
- Technologies for Digital Health
Modules leading to a "Master of Science (CE)" degree
Funding and Financing
There are various ways of financing your postgraduate education and training in Austria. Which funding option is ideal for you naturally also depends on your individual situation. You can find more detailed information here.
The WAFF could be the right place to go, especially for people whose main place of residence is Vienna or Burgenland. Find out directly on the website (https://www.waff.at/) whether suitable funding is available for you.
FAQs
Before you can apply, we need to assess whether you are eligible for the Postgraduate Program. If you are interested in the Program, please submit the following documents before the application deadline:
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Bachelor’s or diploma degree certificate
- Proof of employment stating where, for how long, and to what extent you have been employed
You can find the general admission requirements on our website.
The Program is designed to be compatible with employment. Classes are scheduled at the following times:
Thursdays 5:00–9:00 p.m., Fridays 3:00–9:00 p.m., Saturdays 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Sundays 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
We aim to offer as many courses online as possible. However, we believe that personal interaction is valuable, so approximately 2–3 in-person weekends per semester will be held in Vienna.
The Postgraduate Program itself does not offer scholarships. However, there are various external funding opportunities. Please research which funding options are suitable for you. More information can be found here.
Basic medical training is recognized as work experience. Clinical traineeships (Famulaturen) and the Clinical Practical Year (KPJ), however, are part of your education and therefore do not count as work experience.
No, the Program is specifically designed for participants without a technical background. Basic knowledge will be taught at the beginning of the program and built upon as it progresses. Nonetheless, prior knowledge and interest are certainly beneficial.
We kindly ask you to research the requirements for your country of origin independently. The university is not involved in the issuance of visas or residence permits. However, if you need confirmation of your participation in the university program (ULG), we will be happy to provide it.
The Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research (ENIC NARIC AUSTRIA) issues evaluations for qualifications from recognized universities in all countries worldwide. Evaluations cannot be issued for incomplete higher education programs or for training that does not fall within the scope of higher education. (Further information can be found here.)
A preliminary (short) evaluation is free of charge. The costs for a full evaluation are:
- €150 for the evaluation of up to two qualifications per application
- €200 for the evaluation of three or more qualifications per application
The decision on whether an application will be processed as a short evaluation or a full evaluation is made solely by ENIC NARIC AUSTRIA. Applicants cannot choose between the two.