Bachelor
English
Mathematics & Natural Sciences
CiM-IMPRS PhD Programme in Life and Natural SciencesCiM-IMPRS Life and Natural Sciences
Bachelor
About the Program
CiM-IMPRS is jointly run by Münster University's Cells in Motion Interfaculty Centre (CiM) and the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine. The programme offers interdisciplinary approaches to biomedical research with a strong emphasis on imaging. PhD projects range from the analysis of basic cellular processes to clinical translation, from the generation of mathematical models to the development of new imaging-related techniques and compounds. The programme is searching for excellent students who hold a Master's degree in Biology (or related fields), Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics. Research areas: Cell and molecular biology, developmental and stem cell biology, vascular biology, immunology, microbiology, neurobiology, in vivo imaging, high resolution optical imaging, biophysics, chemical biology, label chemistry, mathematical modelling, and more
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CiM-IMPRS is jointly run by Münster University's Cells in Motion Interfaculty Centre (CiM) and the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine. The programme offers interdisciplinary approaches to biomedical research with a strong emphasis on imaging. PhD projects range from the analysis of basic cellular processes to clinical translation, from the generation of mathematical models to the development of new imaging-related techniques and compounds. The programme is searching for excellent students who hold a Master's degree in Biology (or related fields), Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics. Research areas: Cell and molecular biology, developmental and stem cell biology, vascular biology, immunology, microbiology, neurobiology, in vivo imaging, high resolution optical imaging, biophysics, chemical biology, label chemistry, mathematical modelling, and more
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).
Language
English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to CiM-IMPRS PhD Programme in Life and Natural Sciences at Universität Münster?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about CiM-IMPRS PhD Programme in Life and Natural Sciences at Universität Münster
Is CiM-IMPRS PhD Programme in Life and Natural Sciences at Universität Münster taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the CiM-IMPRS PhD Programme in Life and Natural Sciences programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for CiM-IMPRS PhD Programme in Life and Natural Sciences at Universität Münster? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying CiM-IMPRS PhD Programme in Life and Natural Sciences? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Universität Münster — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.