Medical University of Graz·Biochemistry and Structural Biology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The PhD program in Biomolecular Structures and Interactions focuses on the design and engineering of biomolecular structures and their functions. The program emphasizes a holistic approach that integrates fields such as computational biology, structural biology, biochemistry, and biophysics. Graduates can expect to be involved in creating advanced biological materials, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals.
The program covers topics in biomolecular structure determination and interaction analysis. Students will learn about NMR techniques and their applications in studying the dynamics of proteins, particularly during cellular stress responses.
The program is organized into coursework, independent research, and a dissertation. Students will participate in seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects, culminating in the submission of a doctoral thesis.
Graduates will possess advanced skills in biomolecular analysis, critical thinking, and research methodologies. They will be equipped to conduct independent research and effectively communicate scientific findings.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Fall 2024
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
MedUni Graz trains doctors and dentists at the LKH-Universitätsklinikum Graz and runs research-focused doctoral programs in biomedical science.
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