Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin

• 1710: Establishment of quarantine facilities for plague victims just outside Berlin's city limits

• 1727: Expansion to a military hospital with educational training centre. Friedrich Wilhelm I. names the new building the "Charité" 
• 1946 – 1989: The Charité serves as the most prestigious institute of the GDR

Traditionally, Charité has been involved in the training of doctors and dentists. However, the university now also offers a Bachelor's Degree in Health Care Sciences, and eleven Master's Degrees that prepare students for managerial roles within the health care sector. 

Innovative capacity and responsible governance, for the benefit of patients and society - these are the central tenets behind all of Charité research endeavors. At Charité, approximately 3,700 researchers are actively engaged in the development of pioneering innovations in the field of medicine. Committed to the highest standards of quality and sustainability, they work across 1,000 projects, working groups and collaborative projects. There is a particular focus on the interface between basic and patient-oriented research, which seeks to foster interdisciplinary collaborations with both national and international partners. 

Charité is one of the largest employers in Berlin. With a history spanning over 300 years, and a long tradition of medical excellence, Charité offers a wide range of training and career opportunities across a diverse spectrum of professions. Our staff are our greatest resource, from their extensive experience through their skills and expertise to the enthusiasm they bring to their work.  Comprising approximately 100 departments and institutes, and spanning four campuses, Charité offers stimulating challenges, a cooperative working atmosphere, and interesting career development opportunities.