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Registration of the Ph.D. Medical Research

The registration of a Ph.D. project is only possible after a successful application.

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You can find an overview of all formal requirements on our website .

The successful application in one of our core areas or associated programs is the prerequisite for the official registration of your Ph.D. project!

• Please register your project in the Campus Portal after your successful application
• Signed Supervision Agreement
• Proof of English proficiency (can be submitted within the first 2 Ph.D. semesters if necessary)
• at least 3 members
• The 1 st TAC member is usually your main supervisor
• The 1 st and 2 nd TAC members must be habilitated, have been accepted for habilitation or hold a professorship ( with a few exceptions )
• The 2 nd TAC member must belong to a different institution than your 1st TAC member (independence).
• The 3 rd TAC member must at least be the head of an independent working group , i.e. be a PI.
• At least two TAC members must belong to the LMU Faculty of Medicine
• For doctoral students in the individual PhD : The 1 st TAC member must be a member of the LMU Medical Faculty, TAC member 2 OR 3 can be from outside the Medical Faculty (e.g. another LMU faculty or another university)
• A helpful list of faculty members can be found in the LMU Directory of Persons and Institutions.
• Your Supervision Agreement will be created for you automatically after you have completed the registration of your doctoral project in the Campus Portal .
• Download your Supervision Agreement, have at least your 1 st TAC member sign it and then upload the signed agreement back to the Campus Portal .
• Only after this step has been completed can we issue your letter of admission!
• Supervision Agreement signed by you and your TAC members
• Target Agreement signed by you and your TAC members

Your supervision agreement and your target agreement need original signatures of all TAC members and your own original signature ! Original signatures must be made by hand and with a pen on paper. Scans, copies or faxes of the signatures are ultimatly not sufficient. To start with, scans and electronic signatures are sufficient when uploading these documents to the Campus Portal. However, you must submit both documents with original signatures when you submit your dissertation at the latest , if you do not have the opportunity to obtain the original signatures earlier.

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You have any questions? Just have a look at our FAQs . If you cannot find the answers to your questions there, please contact your program coordinator. An overview with all related documents for download is available in our Download Center .

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Ph.d. program - medical research in epidemiology & public health.

Welcome to the Ph.D. program - Medical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (Ph.D.-EPH)

This international and interdisciplinary structured Ph.D. program is part of the Pettenkofer School of Public Health and the Munich Medical Research School. We offer talented doctoral candidates research and training opportunities in the following fields:

• Clinical, Molecular and Genetic Epidemiology • Clinical Trials and Translational Medicine • Environmental Risk Factors on Health and Disease • Genomic and Molecular Medicine • Digital Health • Clinical and Evidence-based Prevention • Health Services Research • Health Economics and • Evidence-based Public Health

Each of our Ph.D. candidates, in close collaboration with his or her direct supervisor and other members of the TAC Thesis Advisory Committee , define the specific research aims and curriculum content that he or she will follow during the (minimum) three years of study. This individual tailor-made training and supervision concept ensures that the needs of each Ph.D. candidate are met on their way to obtaining their degree.

During the Ph.D., each doctoral candidate must acquire 180 ECTS. Curricular activities cover 30 ECTS and are divided into three modules:

17 ECTS - Method Courses - improving knowledge and methodological skills related directly to the Ph.D. project  8  ECTS - Conferences & Retreats  5  ECTS - Transferable Skills

The remaining credits are achieved within the scope of research work which includes writing the Ph.D. thesis in English (140 ECTS) and the oral thesis defence (10 ECTS). To learn more about the general framework of the Ph.D. Program and the formal requirements for our Ph.D. candidates, please visit the MMRS website .

Costs & Funding

The Ph.D. program is free of charge with the exception of the LMU enrolment fee (approx. 150€ per semester). The estimated costs of living in Munich are at 1000-1500€ per month. Please note that we do not provide any scholarships. Here you can find information about funding possibilities beyond our Ph.D. program. However, we are proud to announce that the Ph.D. program receives funding for two doctoral scholarships from the DAAD-GSSP. Detailed information is available here .

Flyer (PDF, 1,3 MB)

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Announcements:

Every Wednesday (until further notice) between 10am and 12pm we offer a personal counseling hour at the IBE (without appointment)

The final counseling session of the year will take place on Wednesday, December 11th, with the first session scheduled for January 8th, 2025.

The current application period commenced on December 2nd, 2024, and will conclude on January 31st, 2025.

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• Quantitative Methods
• Advanced Methods in Epidemiology
• Courses in Applied Epidemiology
• Seminar in Advanced Epidemiology
• Clinical Epidemiology I – Part 1: Medical Informatics and Regulatory Issues in Clinical Research
• Clinical Epidemiology I – Part 2: Advanced Methods in Clinical Epidemiology: Design, Evidence Synthesis, Safety and Quality
• Clinical Epidemiology II: Defining and Measuring Endpoints for Clinical Studies and Advanced Statistical methods
• From Concept to Analysis
• Module Health Geography
• Epidemiology and Research Design
• Specialization Biometry
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• Anna Leibinger
• Carmen Klinger
• Andrea Gutmann
• Dinesh Timalsena
• Claire Slesinski
• Francesco Antonio Foppiano Florez Estrada
• Michael Hindelang
• Amani Al Tawil
• Joanna Krajewska
• Kerstin Sell
• Lena Lagally
• Leyla Larsson
• Linmiao Jiang
• Diana Ishengoma Aloyce
• Mairi McClean
• Markus Schwarz
• Megan Schröder
• Jakub Fusiak
• Nina Schurig
• Nuha Shugaa Addin
• Olukemi Omowumi Ige
• Rebecca Brambilla
• Saori Harada
• Sarah Feldmeier
• Sarah Preis
• Sebastian Fuchs
• Stefan Buchka
• Mian Haider Ali
• Susanna Rinne-Wolf
• Nicole Holliday

The 2020 Ph.D. Retreat took place from July 6th to July 7th, 2020 – as first online retreat via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thirty students, seven supervisors and two guest speakers joined the Ph.D. retreat which allowed a vivid exchange and interaction despite the difficult situation due to the pandemic. mehr

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The "Ph.D. Program Medical Research in Cardiovascular Science" is a collaborative effort between various departments of the LMU University Hospital and LMU, under the umbrella of the Munich Medical Research School. This interdisciplinary full-time doctoral program offers comprehensive training to both national and international doctoral candidates in various aspects of cardiovascular science. From cardiology to vascular and cardiac surgery, including pediatric cardiac procedures, the curriculum is designed to push the boundaries of research in this field. Doctoral candidates have the opportunity to join international research groups focusing on the development, pathophysiology, and control of the cardiovascular system, as well as exploring causes, consequences, and therapeutic approaches for cardiovascular diseases. The research spectrum of this program spans from basic laboratory investigations to clinical trials, bridging natural science research with clinical medical studies. The program welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including the life sciences, medicine, and related disciplines such as medical engineering, veterinary medicine, and epidemiology. The doctoral candidates work closely with a thesis advisory committee to define their research goals and curricular content, ensuring optimal subject and interdisciplinary qualifications tailored to specific needs.

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There are two options if you would like to pursue a doctorate at LMU:

• Individual doctoral studies If you already have a State Examination ( Staatsexamen ), Diplom ( German academic degree), Magister (German academic degree) or master’s degree, you can pursue a doctorate with us. The traditional way of doing this is to choose individual doctoral studies , where you are supervised by a professor from the respective faculty.
• Structured doctoral programs LMU also offers an increasing number of structured doctoral programs, where candidates follow a curriculum for a set period of time and are supervised by a number of academic professionals. The GraduateCenter LMU is responsible for coordinating structured doctoral programs at LMU, and also offers advisory support and other services for prospective LMU candidates and/or current doctoral candidates.

1. Find a doctoral supervisor

First you will need to find a professor who is willing to support you as you write your doctoral thesis and supervise your doctoral studies. Unfortunately, the International Office cannot help you do this. You'll find more information on the respective institutes' websites. You can also look at the notice boards in the various institutes and dean’s offices.

2. Apply to the respective doctoral committee for admission to start your doctoral studies

Once you have received confirmation of doctoral supervision from your professor ( Betreungszusage ), you can apply to the respective doctoral committee for admission onto your doctorate of choice.

Please note: In general, registering at the International Office is not mandatory for a lot of doctoral studies (except for faculties 9 to 13) . If you wish to register, please follow steps 3–5. The documents you will need to present to the dean’s office / doctoral committee will also be required when you register at the International Office.

3. Applying at the International Office

As soon as you have written confirmation of admission to doctoral studies from the relevant doctoral committee, you will need to apply at the International Office within the stated registration period.

Deadline: 15 January / 15 July for the following semester, late applications until 21 October or 25 April respectively.

• Completed application form (PDF, 622 KB) (for faculties 9–15 Humanities and Social Sciences: application )
• in the original language — as an officially certified copy
• and with officially certified translation where applicable. Certificates in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Catalan, Latin, Portuguese and Rumanian do not have to be translated.
• for applicants from the USA transcript of records in closed envelopes are needed.
• Registration and certificates of studies previously undertaken at any other German university
• Letter of acceptance to doctoral studies from the respective doctoral committee
• Confirmation from the professor who will supervise your studies
• Marriage certificate / official proof of change of name (if applicable)
• Evidence of proficiency in German: please refer to the general regulations on proficiency in German . In many cases, doctoral committees will not insist on evidence of proficiency in German.

For country-specific requirements (e.g. APS certificate), please refer to the detailed application information .

4. Receiving an official letter of admission from the International Office

This letter is an important official document which you will need to show the authorities.

5. Registering at the International Office

Once you have a letter of admission, you must register before the deadline, submitting all necessary documents (listed on the letter of admission). See here for more information on registering as an international applicant.

Doctoral studies are not subject to a standard period of study. However, you may only register for a maximum of 8 semesters. If you do not manage to complete your doctoral studies within these four years, you can complete them at a later date, without needing to register.

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The Medical Faculty of the LMU offers doctoral and PhD studies in the areas of human medicine, dental medicine, human biology and the life sciences. The Munich Medical Research School (MMRS) was designed as an umbrella structure, spanning over all of the faculty's doctoral studies.

The departments and institutions of the Biomedical Center offer doctoral and PhD studies in a number of structured programs. The life science graduate programs are listed below.

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Welcome to the Online Portal for doctoral candidates at the Munich Medical Research School and the LMU’s Medical Faculty!

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• All documents can be submitted electronically or, if original signatures are required, by post.
• Please visit our FAQs for all frequently asked questions.
• If you do not find the answer to your question in our FAQs, you will receive an individual consultation during telephone consultation hours Mon-Thu 8:00-12:00 under +49 (0)89 4400 58904.
• We regret that due to the large number of applications submitted, the processing time may be longer at present.

Please check our answers to the most  frequently asked questions (FAQs) . 

The Munich Medical Research School (MMRS) is the faculty’s administrative umbrella structure spanning all doctoral degrees available at the LMU Munich’s Medical Faculty. The following degrees can be conferred by the faculty:

• Doctoral degree in human medicine (Dr. med.)
• Doctoral degree in dental medicine (Dr. med. dent.)
• Doctoral degree in human biology (Dr. rer. biol. hum.)
• Doctoral degree in the life sciences (Dr. rer. nat.)
• Ph.D. in Medical Research ( only after successful application, registrations without prior successful application will be deleted without delay )

The MMRS online portal maps the entire doctoral cycle for each degree – from the registration of your doctoral project and the evaluation of your submitted thesis , to the handing over of your doctoral degree and certificate upon successful completion of your oral defence.

In order to carry out a doctoral degree at the Medical Faculty, you first need to register your doctoral project within the first three months after beginning your work. Please create an account and submit the relevant information. Please take care to keep your personal information updated at all times.

After successful creation of your account, you can register for the desired degree and submit information on your qualifying degree , your doctoral projec t and your supervisor (s). Candidates with an international qualifying degree will automatically submit their documents for an eligibility check , when registering their doctoral project.

Upon successful submission of the required data, your supervision agreement will be available for download. Only once you have submitted the signed supervision agreement, your doctoral project will be officially registered with the faculty. Should you require a letter of acceptance (“Promotionsberechtigung”) for enrolment as a doctoral student at the LMU, this will also be available for download, once all your information has been submitted and verified.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the MMRS Office or the respective person for the doctoral degree you are pursuing:

• Dr. med.: surname A-J: Frau Sibylle Tratz  surname K-Z: Galih Pratiwi
• Dr. med. dent.: surname A-L: Frau Gabriele Ring  surname M-Z: Frau Anita Frosch
• Dr. rer. biol. hum.: Frau Gabriele Ring
• Dr. rer. nat.: Frau Anita Frosch
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