The Postgraduate Program in Medical Science at the Paracelsus Medical University is designed to equip candidates with the necessary skills for independent scientific work and to encourage interest in the medical sciences. This postgraduate degree is aimed at candidates of different educational backgrounds. It conveys the basic skills necessary for working in the medical sciences and the latest developments in bio-medical research. There is a focus on scientific, communicative and methodological competences. These are required in academic, industrial or public fields in order to address topical medical issues with expertise and professionalism. This postgraduate program offers a modern qualification in specialized science and provides an education in interdisciplinary medicine.

Key points:

• Places available: 10 per year
• Duration of degree: 2 years
• Degree awarded:
    - Dr. med.univ.et scient.med (Human medicine)
    - Dr.med.dent.et scient.med (Dentistry)
    - Dr. med.vet.et scient.med. (Veterinary Medicine)
    - Mag.rer.nat.et Dr. scient.med. (Diploma)
    - Dr.rer.nat.et.scient.med
• Tuition fees: must be paid to the appropriate institution or responsible person at the University each semester.
• Scholarships: possible
• Entry requirements: completion of a degree in human medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacology or a related degree in the natural sciences
• Written application required