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PhD Genomic and Molecular Medicine - Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health

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About the Program

The international and interdisciplinary PhD programme Genomic and Molecular Medicine – Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health is part of the Dr. von Hauner Children’s Hospital and the Munich Medical Research School. It is primarily open to assistant physicians specialising in pediatrics but also open to candidates from other disciplines (medicine, natural sciences, life sciences). The PhD programme offers research and qualification opportunities in the fields of genomics, epigenetics, molecular, cell and developmental biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics and immunology, with a focus on the normal and pathological development of the child. Doctoral candidates are in close contact with a thesis advisory committee, and they define their individual research goals together. The PhD programme begins in the winter semester (October). The application period is from 1 December to 31 January. Additional support is offered by the GraduateCenter.
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The international and interdisciplinary PhD programme Genomic and Molecular Medicine – Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health is part of the Dr. von Hauner Children’s Hospital and the Munich Medical Research School. It is primarily open to assistant physicians specialising in pediatrics but also open to candidates from other disciplines (medicine, natural sciences, life sciences). The PhD programme offers research and qualification opportunities in the fields of genomics, epigenetics, molecular, cell and developmental biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics and immunology, with a focus on the normal and pathological development of the child. Doctoral candidates are in close contact with a thesis advisory committee, and they define their individual research goals together. The PhD programme begins in the winter semester (October). The application period is from 1 December to 31 January. Additional support is offered by the GraduateCenter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about PhD Genomic and Molecular Medicine - Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Is PhD Genomic and Molecular Medicine - Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München 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 PhD Genomic and Molecular Medicine - Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health 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 PhD Genomic and Molecular Medicine - Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München?

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 PhD Genomic and Molecular Medicine - Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health?

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 Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München — 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.

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