TuitionAsk an advisor
Duration6 semesters · 180 ECTS
Teaching languagesEnglish
DegreePhD / Doctorate
Credits180 ECTS
Programme provider

Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität

Salzburg, Austria · Accredited programme

University profile
At a glance

Medical Science (PhD / Doctorate) is taught at Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität, Salzburg. It lasts 6 semesters · 180 ECTS. Taught in English.

Program overview

This study programme is only available in German. --> Typical professional fields of our applicants are: medicine, biology, genetics, cell biology, natural sciences, computer sciences, artificial intelligence, physics, mathematics, technical professions, statistics, psychology, social sciences, physiotherapy, health professions or pharmacy. In addition to projects at the PMU sites in Salzburg and Nuremberg, there are also external research projects in hospitals, the private sector, and non-profit and public institutions.

CitySalzburg
Credit load180 ECTS

Cost per year

Living costs€1,390 a month in Salzburg, rent included
€16,680

Living costs from SiT estimate from livingcost.org city data (Nov 2026), converted from USD at the ECB reference rate of 30 Oct 2026 (1 EUR = 1.1172 USD)

Admission requirements

Typical requirements in Austria for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

  • A completed qualification that gives access to PhD / Doctorate study.
  • Academic transcripts and any programme-specific assessment the institution asks for.
  • Your advisor checks the final requirements for your education system and intake.

Language requirements

Confirm the accepted English-language evidence with the institution for the selected intake.

EnglishMain teaching language
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Required documents

A typical checklist for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

Passport or national identity document
Previous diploma or graduation certificate
Academic transcript
Proof of the teaching language, when the programme asks for it
Completed application form and a recent photo
CV and motivation letter
Recognition or equivalence of your degree, when the programme asks for it

Accreditation

The central catalogue records this programme as accredited.

Application journey

1Choose the programme

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2Check eligibility

SIT Connect reviews your education and language background.

3Prepare documents

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4Send an application request

Send your details now. SIT Connect tells you when the next intake opens, before you formally apply.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Medical Science?

The official catalogue lists a duration of 6 semesters · 180 ECTS and 180 ECTS.

Which languages is Medical Science taught in?

Confirm the accepted English-language evidence with the institution for the selected intake.

What is the tuition fee?

The tuition for this programme is not published yet. An advisor can tell you the current fee.

Can I apply now?

There is no active intake for this programme.

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