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

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Köln, Germany

Disciplines

Health Sciences View 13 other PhDs in Health Sciences in Germany

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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.

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

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

The University of Cologne does not charge any tuition fees. Students pay only a semester fee of 335.65 EUR.

Living costs

Köln

Germany

831 - 1291 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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