CzechiaPhD104 days leftFully FundedCEITEC PhD School 2027 at Masaryk University: Funded PhD in Life Sciences and Molecular Medicine with Guaranteed Income
Opportunity Overview
The PhD School of Life Sciences and Molecular Medicine at CEITEC, Masaryk University's research institute in Brno, takes applications from 1 November 2026 to 15 February 2027 for a September 2027 start. CEITEC is one of Central Europe's largest research centres, and the programme is taught in English in an international environment, in fields such as structural biology, plant molecular biology, neuroscience and molecular medicine. Students receive a guaranteed monthly income for the standard four years: in 2025–26 the guaranteed net income was CZK 24,960 plus a CEITEC scholarship of CZK 2,500 a month (about EUR 1,100 in total), rising by CZK 1,000 a year with good performance up to the fourth year, and the national minimum doctoral income for 2026–27 is CZK 26,880. Students can also compete for extra awards such as Brno Ph.D. Talent. You need a master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field, an excellent academic record, good English and a passion for research; there is no nationality restriction.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
3 BenefitsGuaranteed monthly income
CZK 24,960 net in 2025–26; national minimum CZK 26,880 in 2026–27.
CEITEC scholarship top-up
CZK 2,500 a month, plus CZK 1,000 a year with good performance.
Four years at an international research centre
Taught in English.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
3 CriteriaAll nationalities worldwide
Required Documents
4 DocsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2027 / 2028.
The venue is announced on the official website, September 1, 2027.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Guaranteed monthly income, CEITEC scholarship top-up, Four years at an international research centre.
Eligible levels: PhD.
The latest deadline we have is February 15, 2027. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Online application through the CEITEC portal, CV and motivation letter, Bachelor's and master's diplomas and transcripts, Recommendation letters and proof of English.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.ceitec.eu/phd-school-life-sciences-and-molecular-medicine/t11338. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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