Branch programme/details

The program is carried out without any specialization.

The entrance examination is a one-round interview that focuses on professional knowledge, previous scientific and research activities and motivation to study the chosen doctoral programme.

The entrance examination assesses the applicants' orientation in cell and developmental biology and their ability to critically discuss the topics of their current and intended scientific work, i.e. their Master's and planned PhD projects. The entrance examination consists of two parts:
1. presentation of the results of the Master's project in English using a prepared presentation, followed by a discussion.
2. Presentation of the planned PhD project followed by a discussion. The candidate may use a prepared presentation summarising the main objectives, hypotheses tested, methods used and significance. The admissions committee evaluates the applicant's ability to think critically about technical issues related to the project. Committee members may ask questions regarding the candidate's motivation to study the chosen topic/field.
A summary of the topics offered is also posted on the Department of Cell Biology website (https://natur.cuni.cz/en/biology/departments-and-work-places/department-of-cell-biology/study-of-cell-biology/list-dsp-devcellbio).

The applicant must demonstrate scientific expertise and capability of independent scientific work.

The examination is graded with a maximum of 100 points. In order to be admitted to part-time (‚combined‘) study form, the applicant must obtain the minimum number of points required for passing the entrance examination, which is the same as the minimum number of points required for admission.
The minimum number of points required for passing the entrance examination for full-time as well as part-time study form is set to 50 points.

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:	04.02.2026	Until:	05.02.2026
Alternative date (of entrance exam):	11.02.2026	Until:	12.02.2026

Ph.D. graduate has extensive knowledge of cell and developmental biology, ranging from basic principles of molecular and cell biology and practical methods, to applications in cellular and developmental pathology. After the completion of the doctoral thesis, the graduate is well versed in specialized experimental approaches, can work with scientific literature and knows basic principles of scientific work, adopting ethical guidelines and observing rules of conduct in scientific publishing. The graduate is capable of independently solving both theoretical and practical problems encountered during research work. The graduate is fluent in scientific English and is capable of formulating her/his opinions so that they can be presented to the international scientific community.