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Hochschule Osnabrück
Bachelor English Medicine & Health

Physiotherapy

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Hochschule Osnabrück Osnabrück · Lower Saxony

About the Program

The bachelor's degree program in Physiotherapy is an English-language full-time degree program with an international orientation and is aimed at graduates of vocational schools in physiotherapy who have acquired a therapeutic-practical qualification by completing the state examination, as well as international students at a comparable level. The vocational training is credited towards the first three semesters. Based on the knowledge and therapeutic skills acquired in German training or at foreign universities/colleges, the course is intended to gradually enable independent and scientifically reflective therapeutic action. In particular, the course is intended to enable people to critically question the applied theoretical principles as well as therapeutic skills and routines learned during training with the help of scientific skills, to discuss them in intra- and interprofessional exchange on the basis of current scientific findings and to adapt to changing requirements and questions health system, such as proof of effectiveness of therapeutic care.
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The bachelor's degree program in Physiotherapy is an English-language full-time degree program with an international orientation and is aimed at graduates of vocational schools in physiotherapy who have acquired a therapeutic-practical qualification by completing the state examination, as well as international students at a comparable level. The vocational training is credited towards the first three semesters. Based on the knowledge and therapeutic skills acquired in German training or at foreign universities/colleges, the course is intended to gradually enable independent and scientifically reflective therapeutic action. In particular, the course is intended to enable people to critically question the applied theoretical principles as well as therapeutic skills and routines learned during training with the help of scientific skills, to discuss them in intra- and interprofessional exchange on the basis of current scientific findings and to adapt to changing requirements and questions health system, such as proof of effectiveness of therapeutic care.

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How do I apply to Physiotherapy at Hochschule Osnabrück?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Physiotherapy at Hochschule Osnabrück

Is Physiotherapy at Hochschule Osnabrück taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Physiotherapy programme cost? ▼

150 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Physiotherapy at Hochschule Osnabrück? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Physiotherapy? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule Osnabrück — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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