Branch programme/details

The doctoral study programe "Preventive medicine and epidemiology" is using the principles of evidence-based medicine to asses the impact of various factors (physical, chemical, environmental, biological) on the human health at the individual as well as the population level in order to identify possible approaches for prevention. The programe integrates knowledge and approaches originating from the fields of toxicology, molecular biology, imunology including clinically-oriented disciplines. The programe represents a theoretical basis for preventive disciplines in medicine, e.g. public health, epidemiology and biostatistics.
According to the article 3, paragraph 1, second sentence of the Code of Admission Procedure of Charles University, this programme of study is offered without specialization.

The admission examination takes the form of an interview in which the applicant's professional and linguistic knowledge and readiness for independent scientific work in the chosen field are examined. The interview includes a discussion of the submitted doctoral dissertation project.

The board evaluates:
1. The proposed project Originality 0 - 30 points
2. Prerequisites for the implementation of the submitted project 0 - 30 points
3. Knowledge on the proposed project 0 - 10 points
4. Proven initial experience with research work (eg participation in student scientific conference, authorship or co-authorship of publications, etc.) 0 - 10 points
5. Active knowledge of English 0 - 10 points
6. Ability to discuss a professional problem 0 - 10 points

Points total 100

The minimum score for passing the entrance examination: more than 50 points.

To be admitted to study in the combined form, an applicant must obtain a minimum number of points for successful completion of the entrance examination equal to the minimum number of points required for admission.

Admission to Doctoral studies is conditioned by successful completion of a Master's study programme.

Verification method:	entrance exam
Confirmation date (of entrance exam) from:	09.06.2025	Until:	20.06.2025
Alternative date (of entrance exam):	23.06.2025	Until:	27.06.2025

Further information: http://dspb.avcr.cz/

The graduate in doctoral study programme (Ph.D). Preventive Medicine and epidemiology will achieve education in the field of preventive medicine. On the principles of evidence – based medicine the graduate will be able to assess the importance of various factors impacting on health of both an individual and the whole population and determine the possibilities and ways of prevention of health disorders.
By defence of the doctoral thesis the graduate alleges the ability of individual research work, publication of results in scientific journals and mentoring young researchers. The standard length of the study is four (4) years which also enables international scientific activities.