Overview
The Bonn International Graduate School of Drug Sciences offers talented young scientists a three-year structured PhD training program in the field of drug research related to biomedical disciplines.
BIGS DrugS students at the University of Bonn work on their individual PhD research projects. In parallel they participate in the comprehensive BIGS DrugS education program that includes workshops, lectures, colloquia and symposia.
Research
- BIGS DrugS principal investigators are interested in basic as well as applied research related to the invention of innovative drugs and therapeutic approaches.
- BIGS DrugS scientists investigate novel pharmacological drug targets, new chemical and biological lead compounds as potential drug candidates and develop innovative therapeutic concepts based on stem cells, RNA- or nanotechnology.
- The therapy of common diseases relating to the nervous and cardiovascular system as well as oncological and metabolic/gastrointestinal disorders are in the medical focus of BIGS DrugS research studies.
Programme Structure
Research areas include:
- pharmacy
- pharmacology
- cell and molecular biology
- biochemistry
- neurosciences
- physiology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Pharmacology View 5 other PhDs in Pharmacology in GermanyAcademic 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
- We encourage outstanding applicants with a university degree (master, diploma or state exam) in life sciences, medical sciences, pharmacy or related fields to apply for admission to the BIGS DrugS PhD program.
- As precondition for your application, you have to have a supervisor for your doctorate and you have to be member in one of the BIGS DrugS research groups
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Bonn
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
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