Bachelor
English
Medicine & Health
PhD Programme: Infection Biology (ZIB)PhD Infection Biology
Bachelor
About the Program
In autumn 2003, the Center for Infection Biology (ZIB) launched the international PhD programme Infection Biology. The three-year programme, with English as the teaching language, plays a pivotal role in the training of young scientists in the field of infection biology. The programme's objective is to investigate the complex interactions between host and pathogen as well as carry out basic research with the combined tools of immunology, cell biology and molecular biology. 20 students from around the world are accepted each year after a rigorous selection procedure. The study programme was supported by the Wilhelm Hirte Foundation, by scholarships provided by Hannover Medical School and through Georg Christoph Lichtenberg scholarships, and administrative positions awarded by the Ministry of Science and Culture of Lower Saxony. The European Union has participated in sponsoring PhD students via the elite "Miditrain" programme, which is funded by the EU "Marie Curie Actions" programme from 2004-2008. 60 students enrolled in the PhD programme work on a three-year research project and attend seminars, conventions and lab courses. Students are encouraged and supported by a network of supervisors and support teams and finish the programme after the PhD examination at the end of the third year as highly qualified scientists. All students enrolled in the PhD programme Infection Biology automatically become part of the Hannover Biomedical Research School (HBRS). Please also refer to the DEWIN programme also offered by ZIB, which is also shown in this database.
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In autumn 2003, the Center for Infection Biology (ZIB) launched the international PhD programme Infection Biology. The three-year programme, with English as the teaching language, plays a pivotal role in the training of young scientists in the field of infection biology. The programme's objective is to investigate the complex interactions between host and pathogen as well as carry out basic research with the combined tools of immunology, cell biology and molecular biology. 20 students from around the world are accepted each year after a rigorous selection procedure. The study programme was supported by the Wilhelm Hirte Foundation, by scholarships provided by Hannover Medical School and through Georg Christoph Lichtenberg scholarships, and administrative positions awarded by the Ministry of Science and Culture of Lower Saxony. The European Union has participated in sponsoring PhD students via the elite "Miditrain" programme, which is funded by the EU "Marie Curie Actions" programme from 2004-2008. 60 students enrolled in the PhD programme work on a three-year research project and attend seminars, conventions and lab courses. Students are encouraged and supported by a network of supervisors and support teams and finish the programme after the PhD examination at the end of the third year as highly qualified scientists. All students enrolled in the PhD programme Infection Biology automatically become part of the Hannover Biomedical Research School (HBRS). Please also refer to the DEWIN programme also offered by ZIB, which is also shown in this database.
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 PhD Programme: Infection Biology (ZIB) at Medizinische Hochschule Hannover?
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 PhD Programme: Infection Biology (ZIB) at Medizinische Hochschule Hannover
Is PhD Programme: Infection Biology (ZIB) at Medizinische Hochschule Hannover 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 Programme: Infection Biology (ZIB) 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 Programme: Infection Biology (ZIB) at Medizinische Hochschule Hannover? ▼
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 Programme: Infection Biology (ZIB)? ▼
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 Medizinische Hochschule Hannover — 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.