Technische
Universität Dresden (University of Technology)
Dresden
International Graduate School for Biomedicine and Bioengineering
Degree:Dr rer nat, Dr rer medic, Dr-Ing
In Cooperation with
International Max Planck Research
School for Molecular Cell Biology and Bioengineering
Course Language(s): The language of the programme is
English. All courses are held in English. The thesis must be written in English
and the oral examination and defence are also conducted in English.
Admission Semester: any time
Beginning of Programme: The starting date within the
programme is flexible. For the spring selection, the latest starting date is 1
October in the year of admission. For the autumn selection, the latest starting
date is 1 March of the year following the year of admission.
Programme Duration: The typical duration of a PhD
thesis is three to four years.
Application
Deadline: Applications
are accepted twice a year. In general, the deadline for the spring selection is
in December, and the deadline for the autumn selection is in July. The actual
deadlines are published on the internet page.
Contact:
Technische
Universität Dresden, PhD Programme Office
Dr
Birgit Knepper-Nicolai
Pfotenhauerstraße
108
01307
Dresden
Tel. +49
(0) 3 51-2 10 26 97
Fax. +49
(0) 3 51-2 10 10 89
phd@mpi-cbg.de
www.digs-bb.de
or
Birgit
Knepper-Nicolai
knepper@mpi-cbg.de
Submit Application
To: Applications
are only accepted via the online application form within the published
deadlines. Details on the application procedure and access to the application
form are available at
www.digs-bb.de.
Description of
Content: The
Dresden International Graduate School for Biomedicine and Bioengineering
(DIGS-BB), in cooperation with the International Max Planck Research School for
Molecular Cell Biology and Bioengineering (IMPRS-MCBB), provides interdisciplinary
training and research opportunities for outstanding university graduates who
wish to work towards a PhD or MD/PhD in the fields of Molecular Cell and
Developmental Biology, Regenerative Medicine or Nanobiotechnology, Biophysics
and Bioengineering.
Structured
graduate training is offered in three interconnected programmes, namely the
programmes for Molecular Cell and Developmental Biology (CellDevo programme),
for Regenerative Medicine (RegMed programme), and for Nanobiotechnology,
Biophysics and Bioengineering (NanoBio programme). For students enrolled in a
particular programme, in-depth expert training is offered in the
programme-specific research areas, supplemented by training modules of the two
other programmes. The curricula are composed of mandatory and elective modules.
In addition to the programme-specific training, all students participate in
central training modules including seminars, symposia, soft skills and language
classes. Great emphasis is placed on expert thesis supervision; each PhD
student is guided by a Thesis Advisory Committee (TAC) throughout the thesis
work.
Course Description:
Educational Organization:
For students in
the first year of thesis work, the CellDevo programme, the RegMed programme and
the NanoBio programme each offer a four-week full-time course, including
lectures, practical work, and tutorials. A variety of advanced courses and
workshops (two to three days) are offered for students in the second and third
years. Throughout the thesis work, students participate in journal clubs,
research seminars, internal seminars and group meetings.
Forms of Assessment:
The progress of
the thesis is annually monitored and evaluated by the Thesis Advisory Committee
(TAC) on the basis of a written report and an oral presentation. Theoretical
knowledge will be examined in an oral examination (Rigorosum) in the course of
the proceedings towards a doctoral degree. Further requirements include the
experts' evaluation of the written PhD thesis (dissertation) and the public
defence (disputation).
Diploma
Supplement: No
Course Objectives: The DIGS-BB and the IMPRS-MCBB
provide training and research opportunities towards a doctoral degree. Great
emphasis is placed on promoting the ability to independently address research
questions in an interdisciplinary context.
Costs, Fees and Funding:
Tuition
Fees: None
Enrolment Fees: The enrolment fee is currently
212.60 EUR per semester and includes a "Semesterticket" which
entitles the student to use the public transport system in Dresden and regional
trains throughout the federal state of Saxony.
Costs of Living: Costs of living may vary
according to personal needs and preferences. However, 600 EUR per month
represents an average for a student in Dresden, including the expenses for
student accommodation and insurance.
Funding
Opportunities within the University: PhD
students will receive financial support for the duration of the thesis.
Financial support is granted via fellowships or working contracts. Fellowships
are 1,365 EUR plus subsidy and child allowance (if eligible) per month.
Required Entry Qualification
Profile:
Language Requirements
The
language of the PhD programme is English. Proficiency in English is therefore
required, and applicants may be contacted by phone for assessment.
Required
DSH / TestDaF: No
Required English Language Test: No
Academic
requirements: Applicants
who hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (life and natural
sciences, medicine or engineering) that allows them to enter doctoral
programmes in their home country are eligible for admission. In general, an MSc
degree or equivalent is required. However, students holding an excellent BSc
degree can be admitted on a case-by-case basis.
Where to Apply: Directly at the university
FOR
DETAILS, PLEASE REFER www.digs-bb.de.
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