How the fees work. EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester.
About this programme
PhD in Philosophy is a PhD programme at Medical University of Vienna in Vienna, taught in English. It runs for 3 years (6 semesters) and carries 180 ECTS credits. The register gives Vienna as the campus town. It lists the academic degree as Doctor of Philosophy, PhD. Medical University of Vienna is a public university in Vienna.
How it compares
PhD in Philosophy is one of 4 English-taught Philosophy programmes at PhD level in the register, offered by 4 institutions. 3 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland; this programme lists EUR 1,453 a year. 3 are at a public university, where EU, EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters. The same programme title is offered at 3 institutions, so compare the content, campus and requirements before you choose.
What you will study
What you study
This is a doctoral programme at the Medical University of Vienna, taught in English and worth 180 ECTS over six semesters. The register lists the research focus in five core areas: immunology, cancer research and oncology, neuroscience, cardiovascular medicine, and medical imaging. The university places emphasis on interdisciplinary research. Doctoral studies are bundled in thematic programmes, and students choose from a selection of interdisciplinary research projects. The register also lists propaedeutics among its keywords, alongside research, medical science and science.
Admission, language and next steps
The teaching language is English. The register does not record an intake, so check the programme page for when entry is possible. There is no central application portal: you apply directly to the Medical University of Vienna, and its own page gives the application period and the documents it wants. The register does not state admission requirements, so confirm those with the institution before you prepare anything. On fees, the register gives no amounts. At a public university, EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters; other students pay a fee per semester. The programme page is the place to confirm the details that apply to you.
What the register says
The research focuses on five core areas: immunology, cancer research and oncology, neuroscience, cardiovascular medicine, and medical imaging. The university places great emphasis on interdisciplinary research. The doctoral studies are bundled in thematic programmes and offer a wide selection of interdisciplinary research projects to choose from.
Text as the Austrian national register publishes it. Some entries are in German. For the current content and structure, use the official programme page.
Job opportunities after graduating
- Academic research in immunology
- Cancer research and oncology research
- Neuroscience research
- Cardiovascular medicine research
- Medical imaging research
- Interdisciplinary medical science research
Before you apply
There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here Medical University of Vienna. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, the student residence permit and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). Fees are in euros as the register lists them. "Not listed" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and dates with the institution.
Quick answers
Is PhD in Philosophy taught in English?
Yes. The register’s study finder lists English as the language of instruction at Medical University of Vienna. Confirm the language of the examinations and the thesis with the institution.
How long does it take?
The register records 3 years (6 semesters) of study and 180 ECTS credits. Sixty ECTS credits are one academic year of full-time study.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Vienna as the campus town for this programme at Medical University of Vienna.
How do I apply?
There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here Medical University of Vienna. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page.
What does it cost?
EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester. Fees are in euros as the register lists them; confirm the amount for your intake with Medical University of Vienna.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). The OeAD, the Austrian agency for international education, publishes the official information for international students at studyinaustria.at. The programme page at Medical University of Vienna is linked from this page so you can compare.