University of Bonn

Overview

The Medicine and Dental Medicine program at the University of Bonn offers a comprehensive doctoral education through the SciMed Doctoral College. This structured programme is designed for candidates pursuing their PhD while engaging in research in the fields of Medicine and Dental Medicine. It emphasizes a combination of advanced methods education, mentoring, and regular scientific evaluations to facilitate progress towards the Dr. med. or Dr. med. dent. degrees.

What you'll study

The SciMed program integrates doctoral thesis work with a well-defined training framework that includes:

• Advanced methods education: Participants receive training in cutting-edge molecular and cellular techniques through a collaborative graduate school initiative. This includes seminars and practical courses focusing on advanced technologies.
• Mentoring programme: Continuous guidance is provided to assist with research planning, academic development, and progression of the thesis.
• Regular evaluation and feedback: Candidates undergo structured evaluations of their scientific progress, which include review of grant proposals and tracking of thesis-related milestones.
• Additional scientific support: Opportunities for lab seminars and progress reports are organized within the faculty’s scientific core areas pertinent to each candidate's research focus.

Note: The specific structure of course participation and milestone timelines may differ based on the candidate’s designated host institute and project plan.

Entry requirements

Career prospects

Upon completion of the doctoral program, graduates have the opportunity to advance their careers in various fields related to Medicine and Dental Medicine. Many pursue academic positions, engage in clinical practices, or contribute to research initiatives within healthcare institutions. The skills and knowledge acquired during the program equip graduates to excel in diverse roles, whether in academia, industry, or clinical settings.