Overview

The research area studied in this programme investigates risks related to chemical, biological and physical agents in the environment, the work place and the food chain from a multidisciplinary perspective.

Features

The focus of the PhD Toxicology and Environmental Health programme at Utrecht University is on the three main approaches used in environmental risk assessment: exposure assessment, toxicology and environmental epidemiology.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The programme educates PhD candidates to become independent researchers in the area of environmental risk assessment.

In a multidisciplinary setting the PhD candidates participate in research and in meetings, symposia and courses, covering different areas of toxicology, environmental and occupational epidemiology, exposure assessment and (veterinary) public health.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

A PhD trajectory starts at any point throughout the year.

Language

English

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100

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PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Utrecht, Netherlands

Disciplines

Toxicology

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

In the past we have attracted PhD candidates from all over the world and with various scientific backgrounds, such as toxicology, environmental and occupational epidemiology and hygiene, and exposure assessment.

The basic requirement for admission is a relevant and sufficient scientific background in Life Sciences (e.g. Biological, Biomedical, Environmental, Chemical Sciences), and financial support to pay for the PhD position. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of our PhD programme the admission criteria will have to be flexible and individualized.

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

Unlike PhD students directly employed by the university, fellowship and external PhD students are required to pay a tuition fee.

Living costs

Utrecht

Netherlands

900 - 1450 EUR / month

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