| Study Location | Kyiv |
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| Academic Field | G21 Biotechnology and Bioengineering |
| Type | Postgraduate, Full time (on-line study is available) |
| Nominal Duration | 4 years (60 ECTS) |
| Study Language | English |
| Awards | Doctor of Philosophy in Biotechnology and Bioengineering |
| Entry qualification | Master's Degree required. Compulsory entrance exam. The entry qualification documents are accepted in English. In most cases you can request a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original & legalized (according to the international agreements) entry qualification documents along with you when you finally enter the university. |
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| Territory requirements | Citizens of the Russia, Iran, Belarus and North Korea are not allowed. |
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| Language Requirements | English (B1/B2) |
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Entrance Exam Description
Subjects of the exam: English Language, specialty exam.
Program Structure
The PhD programme is research-driven and flexible, focusing on advancing scientific competence and independent research capability:
1. Advanced Theoretical Foundations
Doctoral candidates gain deep expertise in core scientific and technological areas, including: Molecular biology and genetic engineering; Biocatalysis and bioprocess design; Bioengineering systems and technologies; Analytical methods in life sciences.
This theoretical groundwork provides a solid base for designing and interpreting experimental research.
2. Research Methodology and Experimental Design
PhD candidates develop advanced skills in research design and execution: Experimental planning and statistical analysis; Advanced laboratory techniques (biochemical, microbiological, cell culture); Bioinformatics tools for biological data analysis; Scientific reporting and publication practices.
These skills enable candidates to carry out rigorous and impactful scientific research.
3. Individual Research and Seminars
Candidates participate in: Research seminars and interdisciplinary scientific discussions; National and international conferences and workshops; Collaborative projects with faculty and external partners.
These activities support professional development and integration into the global scientific community.
4. Dissertation Research
The core element of the programme is the PhD dissertation, an original research project that: Addresses a significant scientific or technological problem; Demonstrates new scientific knowledge or methodology; Meets rigorous standards of academic research and innovation.
Candidates are required to defend their dissertation before an academic board to earn the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biotechnologies.
Overview
The program designed to prepare specialists capable of conducting cutting-edge scientific research that leads to innovation in biotechnology, bioengineering, molecular biology, bioprocess technologies and related life sciences.
The programme emphasises independence in research, creativity in solving biological and technological problems, and the ability to integrate scientific knowledge with practical applications in industry, medicine, agriculture and environmental biotechnology.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a PhD in Biotechnologies are prepared for high-level research, academic, industrial and entrepreneurial roles, such as:
- Lead Research Scientist in Biotechnology – develop and direct research programmes;
- Bioprocess and Fermentation Technology Specialist – design scalable biological production systems;
- Molecular and Cellular Biotechnologist – investigate genetic, cellular and protein engineering;
- Bioinformatics and Systems Biology Expert – integrate computational and experimental approaches;
- R&D Director in Biotech Industry – oversee innovation and technology development;
- Academic Lecturer / Professor – teach and mentor future scientists;
- Biotech Consultant / Scientific Advisor – support strategic scientific and technological decisions.
These competencies are valuable in biopharmaceutical companies, industrial biotechnology firms, research institutes, agricultural bioengineering companies, environmental biotech organisations and academia.