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PhD Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science

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PhD Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science
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PhD Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science

Application Requirements

To apply for the PhD Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science, the following requirements must be met by all applicants: Qualifying degree in medicine, veterinary medicine, life sciences, pharmacy, health sciences or a related discipline, encompassing a minimum of 240 ECTS (in most cases this corresponds to 8 semesters) Proof of English proficiency Very good academic record Strong scientific motivation, to be shown by the letter of motivation Full Research Proposal including sufficient funding Contact details of two academic referees For detailed information, please see our website .

Language Requirements

Applicants are required to fully understand and fluently communicate in written as well as spoken English. One of the following is required: EU level of B2 IELTS score of 5 – 6.5 (5 is borderline between EU level B1 and B2) TOEFL score 87 or more Alternatively, diplomas of high school or university education with English as the major teaching language may be considered after individual assessment. If you are a native speaker, proof of English is not required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about PhD Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Is PhD Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München taught in German or English?

This PhD 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 Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science 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 Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science 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 Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science?

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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