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Tuition fee
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Duration
48 months
Duration
48 months
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Campus location
Copenhagen, Denmark
Campus location
Copenhagen, Denmark
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

Thirty Copenhagen Bioscience PhD students at the University of Copenhagen have defended their theses so far – including, in 2023: Vivienne Mol, Anna Drozd and Justine Turlin. We look forward to celebrating more defenses in the coming months.

Overview

At University of Copenhagen, first-author publications from Copenhagen Bioscience PhD students so far in 2023 include: Towards a better understanding of diabetes mellitus using organoid models (Belin Selcen Beydag-Tasöz); Full activation of thermogenesis in brown adipocytes requires Basigin action (Kaja Rupar).

Student Publications

  • Our students have contributed to at least 154 scientific publications since the programme began in Sept 2016 – including articles in Nature, Science and Cell.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Molecular Bioscience 
  • Stem Cell Research and Critical Thinking 
  • Protein Research and Critical Thinking 
  • Bioengineering and Critical Thinking
  • Basic Metabolic Research and Critical Thinking 

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English
IELTS
6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Copenhagen, Denmark

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS
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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Selection is based on academic achievements, research experience, academic references and interviews. 
  • The interview visit for up to 40 shortlisted applicants comprises panel interviews, one-on-one meetings with potential supervisors, and tours of the Novo Nordisk Foundation Research Centers. 
  • The Novo Nordisk Foundation arranges and pays for travel and accommodation for interviewing candidates. The interview visit will take place in Copenhagen in March 2022.

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Tuition Fees

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  • International

    Non-residents
    Free
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    Free

Additional Details

  • Fully funded

Living costs

Copenhagen

Denmark
7928 - 13456 DKK / month

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Copenhagen Bioscience.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
125000 DKK
Deadline
Not specified
Fulbright Grants for US Students
Merit-based

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University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
JN Tata Endowment Loan Scholarships
Merit-based

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University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
03 Sep 2026
Singapore Food Agency
Merit-based

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University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1550 EUR
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)

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Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Creative BioMart Scholarship Program
Merit-based

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Creative BioMart
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available

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