The Doctoral Programme in Clinical Research at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) is designed to train professional scientists in clinical research, bridging the gap between biomedicine and clinical medicine. The program is multidisciplinary, encompassing all specialties within clinical medicine, including dentistry.
Key Features:
Research Environment: Doctoral training primarily occurs within the hospital setting of Kuopio University Hospital and through online courses, providing a practical and flexible learning experience.
Research Areas: The program covers a wide range of specialties in clinical medicine, offering diverse research opportunities.
Application Process: Prospective students must submit an application that includes a research plan and a funding plan. The application should also propose supervisors and a steering group to ensure the dissertation project progresses as planned.
Eligibility: Applicants should have a relevant Master's degree or equivalent qualification. The program assesses candidates based on the innovativeness and significance of their research subject, the quality and feasibility of their research plan, and evidence of previous research work.
Supervision: Each doctoral researcher is guided by a minimum of two supervisors, all holding doctoral degrees. The main supervisor must have at least the qualification of a docent or equivalent scientific qualification, and at least one supervisor must be employed by the Faculty of Health Sciences at UEF.
For detailed information on application procedures, eligibility criteria, and research areas, please visit the program's official page.