PhD Animal and Zoonotic Infections

The PhD programme in Animal and Zoonotic Infections offers project-oriented postgraduate training in animal infection medicine and zoonoses research and provides the advanced qualifications and skills students will need for a successful career in research or related fields.

Academic requirements

All applicants should provide evidence of outstanding academic achievement. Their curriculum vitae should reflect their particular skills and motivation.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

Applicants must provide proof of their English skills (university level). Complete written and spoken fluency in the English language is essential.

German requirements

Fluency in German is an advantage, but not necessary.

Accepted bachelor fields

veterinary medicine, medicine, dental medicine (state examination), biology, biochemistry, chemistry or in another field of biosciences (diploma, Master's)

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

About 390 EUR per semester, including public transportation within Germany (Deutschland-Semesterticket)

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: About 390 EUR per semester, including public transportation within Germany (Deutschland-Semesterticket)

Excellent prospects in public health, governmental advisory roles, and the research-intensive pharmaceutical sector, especially given the global importance of pandemic preparedness and One Health initiatives.

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