Overview

The focus in this Quantum Dynamics in Physics, Chemistry and Biology program offered at Heidelberg University is on the common underlying quantum principles across the various fields, which is the basis of mutual understanding and cross fertilisation between the disciplines.

Features

Besides the introductory and advanced level lectures, regular seminars are held. The attendance of workshops and conferences provides the opportunity to PhD students to practice presentational skills and to present significant research results.

With its multidisciplinary research and education programme, the school attracts talented and highly motivated students from all over the world.

Programme Structure

Research areas:

Chemical Quantum Dynamics
Ultra-Cold Quantum Matter
Quantum Information
Biomolecular Quantum Dynamics
Ultra-Short Quantum Dynamics
Quantum Electrodynamics
Relativistic Quantum Dynamics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-22 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Chemistry Biology View 28 other PhDs in Physics in Germany

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

Prerequisites:

Master of Science degree (or equivalent), average grade B+ or better,
Master thesis (or publications in international, refereed journals),
Proof of proficiency in English (if mother-tongue is not English or German),
Sound knowledge of Quantum Mechanics (evidenced by course certificates, mark sheets etc.).

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

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

Free

Tuition Fee

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

there is no tuition fee but every doctoral candidate must pay a student service fee (151 EUR per semester)

Living costs for Heidelberg

922 - 1397 EUR /month

Living costs

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