Overview
It connects immunologists, infectious disease physicians, paediatricians, bacteriologists, virologists, chemists and cell biologist to study and fight elements in infectious diseases and immunological disorders.
Features
- The Infection and Immunity programme from Utrecht University aims to develop novel treatments and fight resistance against existing drugs.
- Since Infection and Immunity are intertwined, it is our choice to integrate these two areas of research within a single research school. PhD candidates are trained in both areas of research in order to fully understand and appreciate this fundamental entanglement.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Antimicrobial resistance
- Infection prevention
- Infection and immunity
- Immune deficiencies
- Acute & chronic inflammation.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
A PhD trajectory starts at any point throughout the year. Visit the university’s vacancies page.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology View 9 other PhDs in Biology in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- 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
- Prospective PhD candidates have a MSc in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field of study.
- They have a basic knowledge of infectious diseases and the immune system and are highly motivated to perform ground-breaking research at the international forefront of one of the above-mentioned research areas.
Tuition Fee
Unlike PhD students directly employed by the university, fellowship and external PhD students are required to pay a tuition fee.
Living costs for Utrecht
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 Infection and Immunity.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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