PhD / Doctorate •

Degree

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) / Doctor rerum naturalium (Dr rer nat)

In cooperation with

Leibniz University Hannover and Carl-von-Ossietzky-Universität Oldenburg

Teaching language

• English

Languages

All seminars and courses are held in English. German language courses are offered.

Full-time / part-time

• full-time

Programme duration

6 semesters

Beginning

Only for doctoral programmes: any time

Additional information on beginning, duration and mode of study

You can start your PhD preferably in winter semester (1 October) or summer semester (1 April).

Application deadline

You can apply any time.

Tuition fees per semester in EUR

None

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme

No

Joint degree / double degree programme

No

Description/content

Auditory Sciences: Physics and Engineering, Physiology and Therapy of Hearing

“Auditory Sciences” is a structured PhD programme that is integrated in the “Joint Research Academy in Biomedical Engineering and Science of Hearing and Sensory Systems” (JRA) of the cluster of excellence “Hearing4all”. As the JRA especially aims to promote the young scientist of the cluster, respective support programmes (e.g., career development by further scientific education, strengthening personal competences as well as networking with international peers) are organised and coordinated.

Since October 2013, courses within the PhD programme in Auditory Sciences have been offered by all participating universities (i.e., Hannover Medical School, Leibniz Universität Hannover, Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg) providing fundamental training and lectures for students with diverse qualification in the interdisciplinary field of hearing research. Involved disciplines include otorhinolaryngology, medical physics, chemistry, biology and physiology, biotechnology, and bionic and neuroprosthetics as well as integrative and cognitive neuroscience. Additionally, a strong cooperation with technical disciplines like bioengineering and medical technology is provided. Joint obligatory courses and an annual summer school organised by the students support the interdisciplinary idea, facilitate networking, and provide the opportunity for professional and interdisciplinary exchange between the students from all locations. Alumni of this programme have excellent career options in (biomedical) industry, clinics or the scientific field.

Course organisation

Structure of PhD programme

During the three-year period, students are required to take part in obligatory courses (145 hours) and elective courses including soft skill courses (155 hours). They have to pass their intermediate exams after 18 months. The programme ends with the submission of a PhD thesis and a final exam.

International elements

• International guest lecturers
• Specialist literature in other languages
• Language training provided
• Study trips
• Projects with partners in Germany and abroad

Integrated internships

No internships are required, but practical courses and industry excursions are possible.

Special promotion / funding of the programme

• DFG (e.g. Research Training Groups)

Course-specific, integrated German language courses

No

Course-specific, integrated English language courses

No

Tuition fees per semester in EUR

None

Semester contribution

About 350 EUR per semester

Costs of living

About 1,000 EUR

Funding opportunities within the university

Yes

Description of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the university

Every student receives a stipend or salary of approx. 1,700 EUR.

Academic admission requirements

Master's degree, German "Diplom" or Dr med

Language requirements

Excellent English language skills are required, preferably proven by results from the TOEFL or other tests.

Application deadline

You can apply any time.

Submit application to

Application per e-mail to: [email protected]

Structured research and supervision

Yes

Research training / discussion

Yes

Support for international students and doctoral candidates

• Tutors
• Accompanying programme

Supervisor-student ratio

1:2

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