Overview
Doctoral candidates are performing research within the field of Health Sciences in its broadest meaning over at least three years.
Features
- Interdisciplinary Program Health Sciences candidates at University of Cologne must go through a selection process comprising an application and an interview.
- In addition to mandatory courses the curriculum of the IPHS allows students to individually tailor a course program to fit their particular educational background and their specific research interests.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- The formal coursework is required for the completion of the dissertation and encompass a minimum of four hours per week and term (2 terms per year) over four terms.
- PhD students are encouraged to take advantage of the wide range of research and training opportunities available within the Faculty of Medicine and other Faculties of the University of Cologne.
- The student will meet regularly with two tutors for project progress reports and advice on the curriculum.
- The two tutors are usually the doctoral candidate’s reviewer of the dissertation.
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
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Health Sciences View 15 other PhDs in Health Sciences 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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Other requirements
General requirements
- IPHS Application Form
- Letter of Interest (max. 1 page)
- Personal statement, describing why you are interested in participating in the IPHS program including your future scientific career goals
- Curriculum Vitae
- University Degree Certificates and Academic Record
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Master's degree/ diploma certificate, academic record, abstract of master's/ diploma thesis (1-2 pages)
- Copy of master's/ diploma thesis (as extra PDF)
- Doctoral Project Proposal
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year
The University of Cologne does not charge any tuition fees. Students pay only a semester fee of 320,05 €.
Living costs for Köln
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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