The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program in Medical Science is designed for students who want to advance their academic and research careers. This program focuses on developing advanced research skills and comprehensive knowledge in medical science. Graduates will be prepared for careers in academia, industry, or research institutions, doing significant scientific work. The curriculum is rigorous, combining theoretical knowledge with practical research experience, and culminates in a dissertation that contributes to the field of medical science.
This program covers advanced topics in medical ethics, philosophy of science, and epistemology. The curriculum emphasizes critical analysis of contemporary philosophical issues in healthcare.
The program is organized around a series of seminars and workshops that culminate in the production of a dissertation. Students are expected to complete coursework and pass comprehensive exams before advancing to their dissertation phase.
Graduates will possess advanced philosophical insight, practical research skills, and a strong understanding of ethical issues in medicine. They will be equipped to engage in scholarly debate and contribute to academic research.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Fall 2025
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.
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