Overview
The DKFZ is Germany’s largest biomedical research institute and is a member of the Helmholtz Association of National Research Centers. More than 2,000 staff members, including 850 scientists, are engaged in researching the mechanisms of cancer and are working to identify risk factors. Their valuable work is the cornerstone for developing novel approaches in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research provides 90% of the Center’s basic funding; the remainder or 10% comes from the German state of Baden-Württemberg.
In Germany alone, cancer is the second most frequent cause of death. Each year, over 450,000 new cases are diagnosed and 270,000 deaths occur at the hands of this dreaded disease. Cancer constitutes a particularly challenging task for both research and clinical practice. It affects practically each and every organ in the human body. Each type of cancer has its own modus operandi and rules. The resultant changes in affected cells are highly complex.
Funding
The typical duration of the PhD program is three years. During this time, students are funded by DKFZ stipends or third-party fellowships. These salaries are competitive by national standards. All graduate students at the DKFZ are enrolled at the Helmholtz International Graduate School for Cancer Research, regardless of how they are funded.
How to Apply
By the time you have reached this page, you might be thinking that the DKFZ is the right place for you to do your PhD. If so, then why not send in your application? First of all, there are a number of criteria that candidates have to fulfill. Please check the admissions requirements for more information.
Online Application
The first stage of the application process takes place online. There are two application rounds each year, one in summer and a second in winter.
The next application deadline is
2010 Summer selection: 31st May 2010
Please apply using our Online Application System. You will be able to register for the 2010 Summer Selection from the beginning of April 2010.Future deadlines: 2010/2011 Winter selection: 31st December 20102011 Summer selection: 31st May 2011The application form asks for information about your background, including your educational qualifications, honors, skills and interests. A statement of motivation is also required and letters of recommendation from two referees. When filling in the online form, remember to have electronic copies (JPEG or PDF files of not more than 3MB) of your academic certificates, English language certificate (if applicable) and evidence of other honors and skills to upload with your application.
Admission Requirements
Language
A language test for English is requested for all applicants except those coming from Germany, and native English speakers from Australia, Canada, United Kingdon, Ireland, and USA.
The following proof of English is accepted:
- TEOFL test with a score of 570+ (paper-based), 230+ (computer based) or 90+ (internet based)
- IELTS certificate with a score of band 6.5+
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
If you are planning to take a TOEFL test for your application to the Helmholtz International Graduate School for Cancer Research, you may have the results sent directly to us by quoting the DKFZ code number, 4320, when you take the test. If not, then you will be required to upload a scanned copy of the certificate as a JPEG or PDF file of not more than 3MB.
Contact Information
For general inquiries please contact the Graduate Program Office:
The Graduate Program Office (M070)
German Cancer Research Center
Im Neuenheimer Feld 280
69120 Heidelberg
Germany
Email: higs@dkfz.de
Phone: +49 6221 422141
Fax: +49 6221 422144
Further info, please visit: http://www.dkfz.de/en/phd-program/index.html
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this program
The DKFZ is Germany’s largest biomedical research institute and is a member of the Helmholtz Association of National Research Centers. More than 2,000 staff members, including 850 scientists, are engaged in researching the mechanisms of cancer and are working to identify risk factors. Their valuable work is the cornerstone for developing novel approaches in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research provides 90% of the Center’s basic funding; the remainder or 10% comes from the German state of Baden-Württemberg.
In Germany alone, cancer is the second most frequent cause of death. Each year, over 450,000 new cases are diagnosed and 270,000 deaths occur at the hands of this dreaded disease. Cancer constitutes a particularly challenging task for both research and clinical practice. It affects practically each and every organ in the human body. Each type of cancer has its own modus operandi and rules. The resultant changes in affected cells are highly complex.
Funding
The typical duration of the PhD program is three years. During this time, students are funded by DKFZ stipends or third-party fellowships. These salaries are competitive by national standards. All graduate students at the DKFZ are enrolled at the Helmholtz International Graduate School for Cancer Research, regardless of how they are funded.
How to Apply
By the time you have reached this page, you might be thinking that the DKFZ is the right place for you to do your PhD. If so, then why not send in your application? First of all, there are a number of criteria that candidates have to fulfill. Please check the admissions requirements for more information.
Online Application
The first stage of the application process takes place online. There are two application rounds each year, one in summer and a second in winter.
The next application deadline is
2010 Summer selection: 31st May 2010
Please apply using our Online Application System. You will be able to register for the 2010 Summer Selection from the beginning of April 2010.Future deadlines: 2010/2011 Winter selection: 31st December 20102011 Summer selection: 31st May 2011The application form asks for information about your background, including your educational qualifications, honors, skills and interests. A statement of motivation is also required and letters of recommendation from two referees. When filling in the online form, remember to have electronic copies (JPEG or PDF files of not more than 3MB) of your academic certificates, English language certificate (if applicable) and evidence of other honors and skills to upload with your application.
Admission Requirements
Language
A language test for English is requested for all applicants except those coming from Germany, and native English speakers from Australia, Canada, United Kingdon, Ireland, and USA.
The following proof of English is accepted:
- TEOFL test with a score of 570+ (paper-based), 230+ (computer based) or 90+ (internet based)
- IELTS certificate with a score of band 6.5+
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
If you are planning to take a TOEFL test for your application to the Helmholtz International Graduate School for Cancer Research, you may have the results sent directly to us by quoting the DKFZ code number, 4320, when you take the test. If not, then you will be required to upload a scanned copy of the certificate as a JPEG or PDF file of not more than 3MB.
Contact Information
For general inquiries please contact the Graduate Program Office:
The Graduate Program Office (M070)
German Cancer Research Center
Im Neuenheimer Feld 280
69120 Heidelberg
Germany
Email: higs@dkfz.de
Phone: +49 6221 422141
Fax: +49 6221 422144
Further info, please visit: http://www.dkfz.de/en/phd-program/index.html
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this program
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