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Medical University of Vienna International PhD Scholarship

The Medical University of Vienna (MedUni Wien) is one of Europe's largest and most prestigious medical schools and a leading biomedical research centre, running structured doctoral and PhD programmes across molecular biology, clinical research, neuroscience, and the medical sciences. Many of its doctoral tracks come with funded positions — a research salary or stipend tied to a project and supervisor — and the university participates in international PhD schools and graduate programmes taught in English. For Sri Lankan graduates with a strong life-sciences or medical background and genuine research ambition, MedUni Vienna offers a route into world-class, often funded doctoral research in Europe. Funding is competitive and tied to specific projects, so availability varies. Confirm the current PhD programmes, funded-position openings, eligibility, supervisor availability, and deadlines with MedUni Vienna before applying.

Medical University of Vienna

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Value

Funded Doctoral Position (where available)

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Level

PhD / Doctoral

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Focus

Biomedical & Clinical Research

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Strong Research Background

A strong Master's (or equivalent) in a relevant life-sciences or medical field is expected, along with research aptitude and a clear interest area.

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Admission and Project Fit

You must be admitted to a MedUni Vienna doctoral programme; funded positions are tied to specific projects and supervisors, so fit is essential.

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International Applicant

Open to international applicants, including Sri Lankan graduates with recognised qualifications and relevant research experience.

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English Proficiency

PhD programmes and research are conducted in English; IELTS/TOEFL evidence is expected. Sri Lankan English-medium graduates can usually meet this readily.

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Identify a programme and project

Explore MedUni Vienna's doctoral programmes and open funded positions, and contact potential supervisors where appropriate.

Apply to the doctoral programme

Submit your application with transcripts, certificates, CV, a research statement or motivation letter, references, and English evidence.

Selection and funding confirmation

Shortlisted candidates are assessed (often by interview). Successful applicants confirm any funded-position terms tied to their project.

Apply for the Austrian residence permit

With your admission and funding/proof of funds, apply for the Austrian student/researcher residence permit before travelling to Vienna.

Why the Medical University of Vienna?

MedUni Vienna is one of Europe's leading medical universities and research centres, with structured, often funded doctoral programmes in English. For research-minded Sri Lankan life-sciences and medical graduates, it is a top-tier route into European biomedical research.