How to pursue human medicine in germany post BSc in microbiology?

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Hello, I’m a 23-year-old with a B.Sc. in Microbiology from India. After completing my degree, I realized that my true interest lies in pursuing human medicine in Germany. I would appreciate some guidance on the admission process.

I’ve read that the Studienkolleg exam is required if my high school diploma doesn’t meet German standards. However, according to the Anabin website, my qualifications are valid. My concern is that my 12th-grade scores aren’t very strong (60%), and I’m wondering if I can apply using my NEET scores and B.Sc. marks (87%).

If admission isn’t possible through this route, should I complete MBBS in India and then pursue a master’s in Germany? I’ve heard that an Indian MBBS degree is only recognized as equivalent to the third year of German human medicine studies, requiring work under a senior doctor with a temporary license. Is this accurate?

For context, my qualifications are:

  • 12th grade: 60% (approx. 2.20 or 1.28 in the German system)
  • B.Sc. Microbiology: 87% (approx. 1.24 or 1.38)
  • German proficiency: A2 level (some conversational challenges).

Although I’ve researched, I’m still unclear on the process. Please guide me.

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I can help clarify this. If your high school diploma doesn’t meet German standards, then yes, you may need to attend a Studienkolleg. But if your qualifications are valid according to Anabin, you might not need the Studienkolleg. However, your 12th-grade scores could be a challenge because German universities typically require higher grades. The good news is, your B.Sc. marks are strong, so that could be a good factor for your application.

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I’d also suggest contacting the universities directly. Some might allow you to apply based on your B.Sc. performance and NEET scores, especially since the NEET exam is recognized in some countries. But given your 12th-grade marks, some universities might still require you to go through the Studienkolleg. It’s best to check each university’s specific requirements.

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That’s helpful! But I’ve also heard that if I complete an MBBS in India, I might be able to pursue medicine in Germany. I’ve read that an Indian MBBS degree is equivalent to the third year of German medical studies, and I’d need to work under a senior doctor with a temporary license. Is that true?