PhD / Doctorate •

Degree

PhD/Doctorate

Teaching language

• English

Languages

Seminars and courses are held in English (100%). However, German language courses are offered for international students.

Programme duration

6 semesters

Beginning

Winter semester

Application deadline

15 July

Tuition fees per semester in EUR

None

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme

No

Joint degree / double degree programme

No

Description/content

There are mandatory courses in which the progress of each individual project is evaluated and discussed by PhD students. These courses support the transfer of knowledge on the theoretical and methodological levels and foster interdisciplinary communication. Furthermore, elective courses are designed to deepen knowledge in some of the programme's main topic areas, from basic techniques to cutting-edge developments. Additionally, optional courses include research-oriented special events or workshops as well as special courses for the improvement of foreign language skills and practical competencies. Foreign students may take German courses alongside the scientific programme.

Course organisation

Intensive tutoring and counselling is an essential element of the programme (maximum of 20 programme participants).

Integrated internships

No internship

Course-specific, integrated German language courses

No

Course-specific, integrated English language courses

No

Tuition fees per semester in EUR

None

Semester contribution

289.80 EUR

Costs of living

Approx. 795 EUR

Funding opportunities within the university

Yes

Description of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the university

Depending on the project and the student's own qualifications, he or she may receive a stipend or a contract.

Academic admission requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent degree in medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, biology, chemistry, or similar natural science disciplines
• Excellent scores in a relevant degree examination from a German or foreign university
• Letter of recommendation from supervisor

Language requirements

English competency can be proven by submitting results from one of the following tests: TOEFL or IELTS.

Application deadline

15 July

Submit application to

https://www.uni-giessen.de/de/fbz/zentren/ggl/overview/application/index

Possibility of finding part-time employment

Various

Accommodation

Halls of residence and private accommodation: www.uni-giessen.de/acc

Structured research and supervision

Yes

Research training / discussion

Yes

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