Overview

Medical Science (MD - PhD) from University of Geneva is not to be confused with the Doctorate in science, specialisation in biology (PhD), which is awarded by the Faculty of science.

The Doctorate in medical science does not lead automatically to a Doctorate in medicine. These two doctorates are distinct from one another, each one involving different research activities, the writing of a different thesis and a separate registration procedure.

Students at Medical Science (MD - PhD) from University of Geneva will get:

Theoretical training in the form of modules and research colloquiums;

Achievement of an original research project.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theoretical training

Thesis work

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-19 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English, French

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Medicine View 10 other PhDs in Medicine in Switzerland

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

a motivation letter with career plan (max 2 pages)

a summary of the research project (max. 3 pages)

a CV + list of publications

a copy of the final examination of medicine

the full list of exams you passed during your MD program

the marks received

the number of teaching hours per each topic

A dated and signed letter

Tuition Fee

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International

1000 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 500 CHF per semester during 60 months.
National

1000 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 500 CHF per semester during 60 months.

Living costs for Genève

1925 - 2850 CHF /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Medical Science (MD - PhD).

Available Scholarships

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