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Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Toxicology & Epigenomics

Doctoral research based at the Centre for Environmental Sciences (CMK) investigating particulate matter exposure, telomere biology, and biological aging.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master of Science in Environmental Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine, or Toxicology.
English language proficiency: Fluent professional English.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: Doctoral research plan (3 pages) and master's thesis summary.
Recommendation letters: Three academic reference letters.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Four-year FWO/NWO doctoral research grant (€2,450 net monthly salary + research expenses)
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 (salaried doctoral researcher)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Facts reflect official Hasselt University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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