English: PhD Genomic and Molecular Medicine - Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München in Germany

International Programmes 2025/2026©paginationHomeBackPreviousNextPhD Genomic and Molecular Medicine - Personalised Approaches to Childhood HealthPhD Genomic and Molecular MedicineLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München• MünchenOverviewCourse detailsOnline learningCosts / FundingRequirements / RegistrationServicesDegreeDoctor of Philosophy (PhD)Course locationMünchenTeaching languageEnglishLanguagesThe main language is English, but courses in German can also be taken in the elective area.Full-time / part-timefull-timeMode of studyLess than 50% onlineProgramme duration6 semestersBeginningWinter semesterApplication deadlineThe application period is from 1 December to 31 January.Tuition fees per semester in EURNoneCombined Master's degree / PhD programmeNoJoint degree / double degree programmeNoDescription/contentThe international and interdisciplinary PhD programme Genomic and Molecular Medicine – Personalised Approaches to Childhood Health is part of the Dr. von Hauner Children’s Hospital and the Munich Medical Research School. It is primarily open to assistant physicians specialising in pediatrics but also open to candidates from other disciplines (medicine, natural sciences, life sciences).The PhD programme offers research and qualification opportunities in the fields of genomics, epigenetics, molecular, cell and developmental biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics and immunology, with a focus on the normal and pathological development of the child.Doctoral candidates are in close contact with a thesis advisory committee, and they define their individual research goals together. The PhD programme begins in the winter semester (October). The application period is from 1 December to 31 January.Additional support is offered by theGraduateCenter.Course organisationOf the courses in the programme, 50% of the given curriculum consists of compulsory courses, and 50% of the courses can be chosen individually.International elementsInternational guest lecturersProjects with partners in Germany and abroadCourse-specific, integrated German language coursesNoCourse-specific, integrated English language coursesNoPace of courseMixed (e.g. fixed exam dates and duration, study content can be studied at any time)Phase(s) of attendance in Germany (applies to the entire programme)Yes, compulsoryTuition fees per semester in EURNoneSemester contributionBasic fee 85 EUR + additional fee for the Deutschlandtickethttps://www.lmu.de/en/workspace-for-students/abc-study-guide/semester-ticket/index.htmlCosts of livingLiving costs (including accommodation and health insurance) in Munich range from 1,000 to 1,200 EUR per month.Funding opportunities within the universityYesDescription of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the universityLMU Travel Grant, LMU Completion Grant, LMU Scholarships for Doctoral ResearchersAcademic admission requirementsMaster's degree or equivalent in medicine, natural science, life sciences or other relevant fieldVery good academic recordMotivation letter specifying the area of your research interestProficiency in EnglishLanguage requirementsCEFR level of B2IELTS (score between 5.0 and 6.5)TOEFL (score between 87 and 109)Application deadlineThe application period is from 1 December to 31 January.Submit application toApplications can only be submitted online via an application tool. The application portal can be found here:https://www.portal.graduatecenter.uni-muenchen.de/ocgc/mmrsAccommodationThe International Office helps visiting academics, PhD students, and postdocs who are travelling to Munich for a set period of time to find accommodation.For further information, please visit the following link:https://www.lmu.de/en/study/important-contacts/international-office/index.htmlRooms in shared flats are popular on the private market and reasonably priced at 400-600 EUR per month if located in central parts of Munich.https://www.lmu.de/en/about-lmu/working-at-lmu/additional-services/lmu-gateway/new-international-doctoral-candidates/phase-1-preparing-your-move-to-munich/index.htmlStructured research and supervisionYesResearch training / discussionYesCareer advisory services and programmes for future professionalsLMU Career ServiceGeneral services and support for international students and doctoral candidatesLMU Gateway (online information portal):LMU Gateway - LMU MunichLudwig-Maximilians-Universität MünchenUniversity locationActivate mapTo activate the map, click on the "Show map" button. We would like to point out that data will be transmitted to OpenStreetMap after activation. You can find out more in ourprivacy policy.You can revoke your consent to the transmission of data at any time.Show mapContactLudwig-Maximilians-Universität MünchenMedical FacultyDr. von Hauner Children's HospitalDr Carolin RutherLindwurmstr. 480337 München+49 89440057972E-Mail:EmailWeb:Course website