The University of Copenhagen is accepting applications for the International PhD Fellowships in Chemistry for talented students for the academic year 2025-2026.
Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Danish Master’s (BSc + MSc) in chemistry, physical chemistry, spectroscopy, or a related field. They should have a strong interest in fluorescence and spectroscopy, good English language skills, and preferably some research experience or publications relevant to the project.
Founded in 1479, the University of Copenhagen (UCPH) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe. Located in Denmark’s capital, it is a leading research and education institution, known for its strong focus on academic excellence and international collaboration. UCPH offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programs across disciplines and hosts over 40,000 students and 9,000 staff.
Københavns Universitet Information
Established in 1479, Københavns Universitet (University of Copenhagen) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Copenhagen (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Capital Region of Denmark. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Københavns Universitet (KU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Københavns Universitet (KU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 540 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Application Process
Applicants must submit the following documents in English via the University of Copenhagen’s online application system:
A motivated letter of application (max. one page)
Curriculum vitae
Original Bachelor’s and Master’s diplomas with transcripts (and English translations if needed)
List of publications (if any)
Reference letters (if available)
Apply through the link provided in the official job posting.
For more details on the PhD programme, eligibility, and application process, visit: PhD School at Faculty of SCIENCE
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