Applied Therapy Sciences - Dual Studies Programs in Germany with Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026/27)

Dual studies in Applied Therapy Sciences offer a uniquely hands-on path into one of Germany's most people-centered and consistently growing fields — combining structured academic training in therapeutic methods, anatomy, rehabilitation, and clinical science with paid practical experience in hospitals, therapy centers, or specialized care facilities. From early in your studies, you work directly with patients and healthcare teams, translating theoretical knowledge into real clinical settings rather than encountering that transition only after graduation. Germany's aging population and expanding focus on preventive and rehabilitative care make qualified therapy professionals increasingly essential, and this dual pathway equips you with both the scientific foundation and the practical competence to meet that demand. Graduates are well-positioned for careers in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and rehabilitation management — with a depth of clinical experience that sets them apart in a field where practice truly makes the professional.