Overview

This Molecular Medicine programme offered by University of Parma focuses on the investigation of biological and medical processes that underlie human disease, integrating knowledge from multiple biomedical and clinical disciplines. Research examines molecular, cellular, physiological, pathological, pharmacological, and clinical aspects of health and disease, with particular emphasis on cardiovascular disorders, cancer, metabolic conditions, infectious diseases, and other medically relevant pathologies. Through interdisciplinary training and supervision, doctoral candidates gain a broad understanding of biomedical science while pursuing specialised research projects.

Key Facts

The programme provides progressive training across basic sciences, clinical disciplines, and advanced biomedical research. Students develop competencies in experimental design, disease modelling, prevention strategies, diagnostic approaches, and therapeutic development. Emphasis is placed on scientific communication, including presentations, lectures, and participation in national and international conferences conducted in English. Graduates are prepared for research and development careers in universities, research centres, biotechnology organisations, healthcare institutions, and pharmaceutical industries.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecular Medicine
Molecular Pathogenesis
Cardiovascular Diseases
Cancer Research
Inherited Metabolic Diseases
Acquired Metabolic Diseases
Infectious Diseases
Preventive Medicine
Diagnostic Development
Therapeutic Development
Clinical Microbiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-23 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Parma, Italy

Disciplines

Molecular Sciences View 20 other PhDs in Molecular Sciences in Italy

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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

Master's degree, single-cycle degree, or equivalent foreign qualification.
Admission through a public competitive selection process.
Completion of a three-year doctoral programme.
Completion of original doctoral research and thesis requirements.

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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

All PhD student enrolled in courses are required to pay €156.00 annually

Living costs

Parma

Italy

700 - 1000 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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