PhD students enrolled in the PhD program Biomedical Engineering before 01.08.2025 are usually members of the Faculty of Medicine of the Universty Basel.
The focus of this PhD Program lies on the research and development of technologies whose application is relevant to health, and is particularly recommended for students of the Department of Biomedical Engineering (DBE) but may also be relevant to students in other departments of the University of Basel.
Before graduating, PhD students enrolled in the PhD Program Biomedical Engineering (before 01.08.2025) must obtain a minimum of 18 ECTS in parallel to their research. Each student's personalized study plan is drawn up in collaboration with the doctoral committee, in particular the first supervisor.
Students may tailor their curriculum to suit their interests, choosing from among the Master‘s and PhD courses offered by the University of Basel, GSMHS, GRACE but also other national or international Universities and Institutes.
As outlined in the regulations, ECTS may be granted for:
To help PhD students enrolled in the program Biomedical Engineering plan their studies, we've compiled a list of recommended courses below.
Please note:
Semester | Course | ECTS |
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Fall & Spring | Courses offered at the GSMHS | from 0 to 3 |
David Koch
PhD Student at Translational Spine Research & Biomechanics
Department of Biomedical Engineering (DBE)
Do you have specific questions about the PhD Program Biomedical Engineering?
Check our FAQ or contact our coordination office at the DBE!