PhD Programme in Medical Life Science and Technology
A structured doctoral programme at the Technical University of Munich focusing on medical life sciences and health technology.
Best for:Best for highly motivated graduates in medicine, biology, engineering, or psychology seeking a structured, research-intensive doctoral environment.
Overview
The PhD Programme in Medical Life Science and Technology at the Technical University of Munich is a structured doctoral track designed for researchers in medicine, biology, engineering, and psychology. Students engage in a rigorous curriculum comprising 180 ECTS points, which includes specialized scientific modules, transferable skills training, and a dissertation. The programme is integrated into the TUM Medical Graduate Centre and the TUM Graduate School, providing access to international research opportunities and professional development. Candidates are expected to conduct independent research while participating in mandatory seminars on scientific practice and ethics.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent scientific research leading to a doctoral dissertation.
- Complete 32 ECTS points through curricular activities, lectures, and seminars.
- Participate in mandatory kick-off seminars and training on good scientific practice.
- Engage in extradisciplinary training and transferable skills seminars.
- Defend the doctoral dissertation in an oral examination.
- Contribute to the research community within the TUM Medical Graduate Centre.
Requirements
Degree required: MSc or equivalent in medicine, biology, engineering, psychology, or related subjects.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; C1 level required.
Instruction: English
- Strong academic record in a relevant scientific discipline.
- Demonstrated interest in scientific research.
- English language proficiency at C1 level (e.g., IELTS Academic 7.0).
- For medical students: completion of the first part of the 'Ärztliche Prüfung'.
- Must hold an MSc or equivalent degree in a relevant field.
- TUM medical students must have passed the first part of the 'Ärztliche Prüfung'.
- TUM Master's students must prove completion of their Master's degree within one year of admission.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-05-15
Applications are submitted via the TUM Graduate School portal. Candidates must follow the specific application periods for the winter or summer semester.
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificates
- English language proficiency certificate
- Research proposal or summary of interest
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