Utrecht University

Overview

The PhD in Life Sciences Education at Utrecht University is designed for doctoral candidates interested in educational research within the fields of biomedical and health sciences, including veterinary education. This program fosters a collaborative research environment that emphasizes the quality of learning, innovative practices, and the application of research findings to educational settings.

What you'll study

This research-based doctoral program allows candidates to engage in a range of educational topics within the life sciences. Key components include:

• Doctoral Research Project: Candidates will undertake a PhD project focused on educational methodologies in science, biomedical, health professions, or veterinary education.
• Programme Community: The program promotes collaboration among candidates, encouraging interaction with patients and other relevant stakeholders to enhance research impact.
• Interdisciplinary Learning: The curriculum supports diverse perspectives on learning in the life sciences, covering areas such as feedback mechanisms, assessment strategies, interprofessional learning, and digital education initiatives.
• Collaboration and Networking: Students will have the opportunity to build an international network through partnerships with programs such as the UMCU-UCSF doctoral training initiative, fostering multidisciplinary connections.
• Supervision and Governance: The program is overseen by an Executive Programme Committee, which evaluates the relevance of PhD topics based on input from both the candidate and their supervisor.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for the PhD program, applicants must secure an appointment as a PhD candidate within the Faculty of Science, Medicine, or Veterinary Medicine. The proposed research topic must relate to educational practices in science, biomedical fields, or veterinary education, as determined by the program’s supervisory committee.

Career prospects