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Overview
Medical Science (MD - PhD) from University of Geneva is not to be confused with the Doctorate in science, specialisation in biology (PhD), which is awarded by the Faculty of science.
The Doctorate in medical science does not lead automatically to a Doctorate in medicine. These two doctorates are distinct from one another, each one involving different research activities, the writing of a different thesis and a separate registration procedure.
Students at Medical Science (MD - PhD) from University of Geneva will get:
- Theoretical training in the form of modules and research colloquiums;
- Achievement of an original research project.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Theoretical Training
- Laboratory Science
- Public Health
- Medicine
- Pediatrics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English, French
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Medicine View 9 other PhDs in Medicine in SwitzerlandAcademic 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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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- a motivation letter with career plan (max 2 pages)
- a summary of the research project (max. 3 pages)
- a CV + list of publications
- a copy of the final examination of medicine
- the full list of exams you passed during your MD program
- the marks received
- the number of teaching hours per each topic
- A dated and signed letter
Tuition Fee
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International
1000 CHF/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 500 CHF per semester during 60 months. -
National
1000 CHF/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 500 CHF per semester during 60 months.
Living costs for Genève
1925 - 2850 CHF /month
Living costs
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
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Medical Science (MD - PhD).
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
3500 CHF
Deadline
Not specified
Postdoctoral Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1920 CHF
Deadline
Not specified
PHD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1350 EUR
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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