Overview

Features

The PhD Course in Molecular Medicine (MM) at the University of Padua offers state of the art working conditions in a challenging environment for talented researchers in the best academic research institution in Italy.

Our Course offers a wide range of different programs. Students choose their field of interest under the direct supervision of one or more of the PhD Course Board.

The research project is complemented by advanced graduate courses designed to provide the students with state-of-the-art tools in selected areas of chemistry, materials science and biochemistry. Our students receive a broad training that prepares them equally well for careers in industry or academia.

Our Course enjoys strong ties with Italian and European private pharmaceutical enterprises allowing campus visits, seminars, and joint research activities.

Programme Structure

The main fields of research are:

Tumor biology
Stem cells
Microbiology
Pathogenesis of degenerative diseases
Neoplastic and infectious diseases

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-13 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Medicine Molecular Sciences View 29 other PhDs in Medicine in Italy

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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

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80

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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

Anyone in possession of the following, regardless of nationality, may apply to take part in the selection process:

diploma di laurea (pre-reform regime);
laurea specialistica/magistrale (post-reform regime);
second-level academic qualifications awarded by AFAM (Higher Education in Art and Music) institutions

Tuition Fee

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International

2900 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2900 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

2900 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2900 EUR per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Padua

750 - 1100 EUR /month

Living costs

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