Physician Assistant
Dual study program
Are you interested in complex documentation and management processes? Would you like to support the medical staff by taking on patient-related activities?
With the dual study program to become a Physician Assistant, you will become part of a multi-professional team. The theoretical content will be taught at the Cooperative State University in Karlsruhe, while the practical training will take place in various clinics and institutes at the University Hospital. This will alternate in a 3-month rhythm.
The theoretical content is taught in cooperation with the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) in Karlsruhe.
The course is divided into a three-month alternation between theory and practice. During the theoretical phases, you will study at the DHBW Karlsruhe, while during the practical phases you will gain valuable experience at our location.
The theoretical content of the course is taught at the DHBW in Karlsruhe. This includes in-depth study of basic scientific and medical subjects as well as other relevant courses, e.g. physics, molecular biology, anatomy, pharmacology and radiation medicine.
The theoretical training in the first two years of study is broadly diversified. In the 3rd year of study, specializations are offered through subject-specific courses.
The practical content is taught in various departments at the hospital. These include the Clinic for Internal Medicine I, Clinic for Internal Medicine II, Clinic for Neurosurgery, Clinic for Cardiovascular Surgery, Clinic for Dermatology and Venereology as well as the Center for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Center for Emergency and Rescue Medicine and Center for Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery. This gives you a comprehensive insight into possible areas of work after your studies.
Further information can also be found on the website of the Baden Württemberg Cooperative State University.
Remuneration is in accordance with TV A UK.
Prerequisites
- University entrance qualification according to §58 LHG (e.g. Abitur or Fachholschulreife and Delta examination or professional qualification and aptitude test)
and - Proof of completed 3-year medical training (e.g. healthcare and nursing, OTA, MFA, emergency paramedic)
Start of studies
October 1st
Your application
Would you like to start your studies with us? Applications are usually possible at the beginning of the year for the start in October.
You are welcome to submit your application to us online.
Please submit the following documents:
- Proof of university entrance qualification
- A-levels or
- entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences and delta examination or
- Professional qualification and aptitude test
- Proof of completed 3-year medical training (certificate and professional certificate)
- Curriculum vitae in tabular form
- Cover letter
Start your online application here. You will find all current vacancies under the keyword Physician Assistant.
We look forward to receiving your application!
You are also welcome to contact us personally if you have any questions.
Contact for questions

Academy for Medical Professions
Simone Judith Fesenmeier, M.A.
Project Coordinator Department of Continuing Education
Phone 0761 270-92672
E-mail simone.judith.fesenmeier@uniklinik-freiburg.de
