Overview

About the program

Doctoral programs in Germany require independent research under the supervision of a university professor. Candidates are expected to contribute new knowledge and insights to their chosen areas of study.

The findings of this research are presented in a doctoral thesis which is an independent, written presentation (Doktorarbeit, PhD thesis) covering new academic or scientific ground. Apart from submitting the doctoral thesis, candidates must also complete an oral examination before the doctorate can be conferred. This PhD program in Biology is offered at the University of Würzburg.

Programme Structure

Within the Faculty of Biology, a variety of research areas are available:

Animal Ecology and Tropical Biology
Behavioral Physiology and Sociobiology
Bioinformatics
Biotechnology
Cell and Developmental Biology
Center for Computational and Theoretical Biology
Microbiology
Neurobiology and Genetics
Pharmaceutical Biology
Plant Ecophysiology
Plant Physiology and Biophysics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-10-14 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology View 34 other PhDs in Biology in Germany

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 successful, qualifying degree from an officially-recognized university (decision by the doctoral committee)
Confirmation from a professor who is willing to supervise the research and who will either propose a topic or accept a topic proposed by you
Letter of acceptance from the doctoral committee
Proof of German proficiency when deemed necessary by the respective doctoral PhD regulations

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.

There are no tuition fees at the University of Würzburg, but students have to pay a semester contribution (€156)

Living costs for Würzburg

730 - 1100 EUR /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 Biology.

Available Scholarships

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