Branch programme/details

The aim of the study is the preparation for highly qualified research work with deep theoretical and practical knowledge in xenobiochemistry and patobiochemistry and good knowledge in other biochemical sciences and related sciences in the field of pharmacy, biology and medicine. The core of the program is experimental laboratory work, the results of which are published and are included in the dissertation theses.

Content of the entrance examination

Oral exam from the knowledge of biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry focused on diploma thesis or future doctoral studies. 
English language exam for English language knowledge assessment (C1 at least).

Additional conditions for the bonus (practice)

Successfully completed university studies in pharmacy, medicine, biology or chemistry (rated 2 points).
Previous professional experience (rated 3 points).
Indication of the supposed training center and the approval of a specific supervisor with the management of the planned doctoral project (rated max. 5 points).

Criteria for the evaluation examination

1. Professional knowledge level – reviewed on answers to questions stated in General content of entrance exam (max. up to 10 points)
2. Submitted doctoral project – evaluation of project complexity, modern methodological approaches to solution, and the continuity of the project on topics already discussed by the Subject Area Board (max. up to 10 points)

The minimum admission limit is 20 points.
The Dean decides to accept the applicant(s) who have fulfilled the conditions of the admission procedure and, according to the number of points achieved, ranked in the order corresponding to the predetermined number of accepted applicants for the particular program.

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

The graduate of doctoral studies in the program of Xenobiochemistry and Patobiochemistry is qualified for research and professional work in laboratories with biochemical focus, for academic career as a university teacher in the field of biochemical disciplines and for highly qualified work in pharmaceutical and bioanalytical companies. He/she is prepared to continuously train and expand his/her knowledge in these disciplines in line with the new knowledge of the field.