University of Milan, European School of Molecular Medicine (SEMM)
Cooperation partners
Campus IFOM IEO
Country
Italy
City
Milan
Main fields of study
Molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry
Year of programme start
2004
Regional attractions
Further details
"The aim of the course is to train researchers in Molecular Medicine and in Post-Genomics, focusing particularly on Molecular Oncology and Genetic Diseases. Intensive laboratory training is complemented by advanced courses on emerging disciplines, such as structural biology, bioinformatics, genomics and proteomics, molecular diagnostics and drug discovery as well as lab management. Possible future careers can be expected in research centres, in the biotechnology industry and in other biomedical sectors. "
Admission
Number of intake rounds/year
1
Deadline for 1st intake (month/day)
Deadline for 2nd intake (if any)
Number of admissions
20
Number of applications per year
300
Bachelors can apply
No
Degrees required
Master's degree in life sciences
Selection criteria
Performance record, motivation for scientific research, letter of recommendation
Structure
Scheduled programme duration
4 years
Total PhD students/faculty
International PhD students
25%
Lab rotation
No
Number of research groups
30
Industry collaborations
Yes
Cumulative dissertation
Optional
Compulsory defense of thesis
yes
Supervision
PhD student reports to Group leader; gets support from intenal and external co-supervisor
Total annual (tuition) fees
Monthly salary or scholarship
1200 Euro PhD salary
Courses
Contents of teaching
Molecular oncology; bioinformatics; new techniches, drug discovery and molecular diagnosis; project management
European School of Molecular Medicine
