Medical Sciences

Apply before Dec 2026, International (estimated deadline; applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country)

Starting October 2027

• Apply before Jun 2027

If positions remain available, additional applications for these positions are accepted by 15 September per year.

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

• Nicosia, Cyprus

Disciplines

• Medicine

Overview

Rigorous and multi-disciplinary, the Medical Sciences course from European University Cyprus (EUC) supports scientific inquiry to develop leaders in the medical sciences.

During their studies, PhD candidates may be employed as scientific collaborators, clinical trainers or laboratory assistants at the School of Medicine, thus gaining academic experience.

Career Pathways

• Academic & Biomedical Research
• Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Industry
• Public Health Policy

Programme Structure

Courses included:

• Comprehensive Qualifying Examination
• Preparation and Submission of a Dissertation Proposal
• Methods in Basic Science and Clinical Research
• Statistics in Medical Research, Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Research Ethics and Scientific Writing

Check out the full curriculum

Admission Requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

• TOEFL iBT: 79
• PTE Academic: 66
• IELTS: 6.5

Other requirements

General requirements

• Interested applicants are expected to submit a research proposal with their application, relevant to one of the areas/pillars listed above.
• Applications for admission to the Ph.D. in Medical Sciences are accepted from individuals with a Medical Degree (M.D.) and/or Dental Degree and/or a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• The Department, after reviewing the content/discipline of the applicants' previous academic studies and the proposed research area/pillars, reserves the right to request that applicants take specified postgraduate courses and/or pass specified appraisals prior to admission to the program.
• Copies of relevant publications (up to two).
• Applicants are responsible for requesting from two academic referees to submit their reference letter directly to the Office of Admissions.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

• International: 7,776 AUD / year (≈ 4,800 EUR / year)
• EU/EEA: 7,776 AUD / year (≈ 4,800 EUR / year)

Living Costs

Nicosia, Cyprus: 933-1,403 AUD / month

Living costs include total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Scholarships are available. See the programme website for details.