Center for NanoScience (CeNS), Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich
Cooperation partners
Technical University Munich, University of Augsburg
Country
Germany
City
Munich
Main fields of study
(Bio-)Physics, (Bio-)Chemistry, Biology
Year of programme start
2004
Regional attractions
Mountains for hiking and skiing and lakes in proximity, large cultural offer, large city parks
Further details
Interdisciplinary education; many possibilities for networking between fellow students; large offer of professional-skills workshops; possibilities for international exchange programs; financial supports for travels to conferences and collaboration partners; integration into a large network of renowned scientists; preparatory German language courses for international students.
Admission
Number of intake rounds/year
1
Deadline for 1st intake (month/day)
03/31
Deadline for 2nd intake (if any)
Number of admissions
12
Number of applications per year
100
Bachelors can apply
No
Degrees required
Bachelor Honors or Master's degree or Diploma degree in physics or life sciences
Selection criteria
Performance record, publications, language skills (TOEFL test), letter of recommendation, international experience
Structure
Scheduled programme duration
3 years
Total PhD students/faculty
International PhD students
30%
Lab rotation
No
Number of research groups
Approx. 40
Industry collaborations
Possible
Cumulative dissertation
Optional
Compulsory defense of thesis
Yes
Supervision
PhD students are supervised and supported by an advisor and a co-advisor
Total annual (tuition) fees
96 Euro per semester
Monthly salary or scholarship
approximately 1400 Euro PhD salary (net salary)
Courses
Contents of teaching
Scientific lectures, talks, workshops in nanobiosciences
International Doctorate Program NanoBioTechnology
