Overview

The Doctoral Programme trains experts in fields including biological nanoscience, evolutionary research and sustainable use of natural resources.

Key facts

Biological nanoscience is an interdisciplinary field of research that aims to understand the molecular mechanisms of microbes and proteins at the nano level and their practical applications in the fields of biotechnology and medicine, among others.

Evolutionary research explains changes across multiple levels of biological organization, from molecular networks, to individuals, populations and ecosystems.

With a strong tradition of using experimental approaches (both in field and laboratory), evolutionary research formulates new predictions and develops mechanistic tools to understand evolutionary dynamics of complex systems.

University of Jyväskylä's Biological and Environmental Sciences programme will teach you more about this topic.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Transferable skills
University Teaching
Philosophy and Ethics of Science
Open Science and Research
Teaching in BIOENV
Tasks Related to Societal Interaction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

62

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Credits

30 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jyväskylä, Finland

Disciplines

Biology Environmental Sciences View 3 other PhDs in Environmental Sciences in Finland

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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

92

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PTE Academic

62

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant master’s degree awarded by a university;
A relevant master’s degree awarded by a university of applied sciences; or
A relevant study programme abroad which in the awarding country gives eligibility for the corresponding level of higher education.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Tuition fees do not apply to doctoral studies.

Living costs

Jyväskylä

Finland

700 - 1100 EUR / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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