Overview
The Doctoral Programme in Molecular Life Sciences (DPMLS) at University of Turku offers high-quality doctoral training that is based on internationally recognized research. Doctoral dissertations are done within research projects under supervision of distinguished professors and researchers. Biosciences are one of the strong research areas of University of Turku, DPMLS being in the heart of it. Wide and long-term collaborations with researchers from international and national universities, research institutes and companies support networking of doctoral candidates during the doctoral dissertation.
Key facts:
Application calls for a right to study at the doctoral programme in Molecular Life Sciences and the Faculty of Science and Engineering are annually open in March and in September. In September call, it is also possible to apply a fixed-term funded doctoral candidate position.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Final exam
- Seminars
- Teaching practice
- Studies in other scientific fields
- Project design and management
- Scientific conferences
- Research visits
- Internship
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Next call for a right to study will be open March 1 - March 20, 2019
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology Molecular Sciences View 3 other PhDs in Molecular Sciences in FinlandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- CV
- List of publications
- Research plan
- Copies of degree certificates/diplomas
- Motivation letter
- Supervision plan signed by supervisor(s), a research director and the applicant
- Supervisor's statement
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 48 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 48 months.
Free
Living costs for Turku
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.