
Life Science Zurich Graduate School

Switzerland

Program Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular Microbiology and Genetics

Deadline
May 01st, 2026
Class Profile

Admission Policy
Competitive
Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include natural sciences, computer sciences, engineering.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 0

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Application Deadlines
| Regular | |
|---|---|
| Spring | May 1, 2026 |
| Fall | Nov 1, 2026 |
Fees and Funding
No application fee for LSZGS. Post-admission fees differ by host university: ETH charges CHF 150 application fee and possibly CHF 120 for additional requirements, plus CHF 1,500 global fee at end of doctoral studies and CHF 37 semester fees. UZH charges CHF 100 application fee and CHF 150 tuition per semester. PhD students are typically funded by research groups with salaries aligned to SNSF scales (approx CHF 48,686.40–CHF 51,791.40 across years).
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