Overview

About the program

The doctoral researcher’s Dentistry doctorate is supervised by a subject matter expert (supervisor) and at least one additional scientist with a knowledge of the field (co-supervisor).

The supervisor and co-supervisor are appointed by the Dean. The work of the doctoral researcher at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf should be carried out in constant dialogue with the supervisor and co-supervisor.

Programme Structure

Research:

The dissertation should be of scientific merit, contain new findings and demonstrate the ability of the author to carry out independent research and present the research findings appropriately in accordance with scientific standards.
The topic of the dissertation is chosen by the doctoral researcher in agreement with the supervisor.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2028-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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80

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Düsseldorf, Germany

Disciplines

Dentistry View 3 other PhDs in Dentistry 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

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OR

80

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Master's degree in dentistry / State examination in dentistry / an exam equivalent to the German state dentistry exam
Proof of equivalency of your foreign degree with a European / German degree
Proof of German professional licence / Approbation (optional)
Language skills in German or English

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

social contribution fee: €321 per semester

Living costs

Düsseldorf

Germany

996 - 1318 EUR / month

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