Overview

They have mastered scientific research methods applied in biochemistry, molecular biology, biophysical chemistry, biotechnology and clinical biochemistry with a focus on using progressive research methods in biochemistry at a level that meets international criteria. Graduates are capable of identifying promising directions for the development of a scientific field, formulating scientific problems, compiling research projects, selecting appropriate experimental techniques to solve a given scientific problem and leading research teams.

Key Facts

Graduates of the Biochemistry programme from Pavol Jozef Safárik University in Kosice can develop their careers in research institutions as well as in educational institutions at home and abroad, environments in which they can creatively improve and develop theories, research and development and implement innovation procedures. Graduates are also able to assist in teaching specialized chemistry subjects at universities and to conduct research independently. The theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the programme enables graduates to manage teams of technical staff, graduates of master's and bachelor's studies in chemistry and to take responsibility for finding comprehensive and complex solutions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bioinformatics

Nucleic Acids: Structure and Function

Genetic Engineering

Advances in Clinical Biochemistry

Modern Trends in Biotechnology

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English, Slovak

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Košice, Slovakia

Disciplines

Biochemistry View 5 other PhDs in Biochemistry in Slovakia

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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

The Doctoral study is open for graduates of the Master level who will become experts in the selected scientific discipline and will be awarded the “Philosophiae doctor” (PhD.) degree.

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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

5000 EUR / year

≈ 5000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

5000 EUR / year

≈ 5000 EUR / year

Living costs

Košice

Slovakia

500 - 850 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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