Toxicology

Popis studia

The doctoral study program Toxicology is focused on interdisciplinary study of toxic compounds, study of their effects and their analysis within compulsory subjects (Toxicology, Applied Toxicology) and compulsory courses (Basic Course, Introduction to Toxicological Methods, Advanced Methods in Toxicology). Compulsory-elective courses (Analytical Toxicology, Environmental Toxicology and Ecotoxicology) are set for a deeper specialization of the student within the focus of his dissertation and the student can choose them appropriately. A compulsory part of the study is also an examination in Professional English Language, creative activities, research internships and pedagogical activities. The study is completed by a state doctoral examination and a dissertation defense. The aim of the study is to educate interdisciplinary experts (toxicologists) with an advantageous combination of natural and medical knowledge with an emphasis on practical laboratory experience and skills. The study of this program allows direct output into practice.

Profil uchazeče

Graduate of a Master's degree programme with a focus on natural sciences or medicine.

Profil absolventa

A graduate of the doctoral study program Toxicology has detailed knowledge of toxic compounds, their effects and analysis. In particular, the graduate is able to demonstrate advanced knowledge of the penetration of toxicologically important compounds into the organism, their molecular transformation, effect and excretion; demonstrate knowledge of diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive methods for toxicologically relevant compounds; understand environmental risks, the possibilities, conditions and limitations of different experimental methods; collect and evaluate toxicological data, including the results of their own experimental measurements. The graduate is able to work competently in a toxicological laboratory and responsibly assess risks. The acquired knowledge, experience and skills will allow the graduate to enter practice directly to positions where interdisciplinary toxicological education is needed.

Přijímací řízení

A condition for admission to a doctoral degree programme is the completion of studies in a Master's or follow-up Master's degree programme in the field of natural sciences or medicine and the successful completion of the admission procedure.

Applicants must submit a research project of 2 to 6 standard pages (i.e., a minimum of 3,600 characters including spaces, maximum 10,800 characters including spaces - ) in electronic form, i.e. by April 30, 2026, send the completed project form (will be added soon) together with the application form  and other required attachments (evidence of the required previous education in the Master's degree programme) by email to  miroslava.mourkova@uhk.cz. References (bibliographic citations for research project topic research) are not included in the specified scope.

The following components of the research project, which are not included in the above scope, must also be included::

1. Proof of passing an internationally recognised language examination or a national English language examination of B2 level or above;
2. List of publications co-authored by the applicant, or a statement that the applicant has not yet published anything;
3. List of research grants (including specific research projects) in which the applicant has been involved, or a statement that the applicant has not yet been involved in any research grant
4. statement from the academic staff member who is interested in becoming the PhD student's supervisor if the applicant is accepted for study;
5. The structured CV, 1 to 2 pages long (A4 format).

The required Reserch Project form, including the above-mentioned components, is attached to Dean's Decision No. 18/2025  "Admission Procedure Rules for Studies in Doctoral Study Programmes at the Faculty of Science of the University of Hradec Králové for the Academic Year 2026/2027".

The entrance exam is an oral interview (via online meeting) and consists of a discussion with the committee about the submitted research project. The entrance interview is conducted in English.

Successful admission to study of Chemistry programs is also conditioned by health eligibility. This has to be confirmed by the general practitioner or equivalent health care provider and must not be older than 4 months prior to the application deadline. Such confirmation must be presented in English on the original health eligibility form. Required document in PDF containing all information and mandatory conditions is available to download here. Certificates on other types of forms are not acceptable. Applicants must always submit the original confirmation of health eligibility in paper form in accordance with the general information about the admission procedure published on the Faculty of Science website.

Detailed and complete information on the admission procedure for doctoral study programs can be found in Dean's Decision No. 18/2025 , which you should read carefully.

ATTENTION: As a first step, before you begin your admission process, please contact the relevant potential supervisor (according to your chosen area of research focus) and agree with them on the topic of your future dissertation and whether they will also supervise this work – his written approval is an integral part of the research project form – see above.

You can download the current list of supervisors, including their contact details and areas of research focus here.

Minimální hranice úspěšnosti

100

Maximální celkové hodnocení

200

Doporučená literatura

HAYES A.W., KRUGER C.L. (Editors). Hayes´Principles and Methods of Toxicology. 6. vydání, CRC Press, Boca Raton 2014. ISBN 9781842145364

Předpokládaný počet přijímaných

1 -2 in full-time form of study (others in combined form of study)

Kontakt

Miroslava Mourková, Study Dept., e-mail: miroslava.mourkova@uhk.cz, phone: +420 493 332 722

Tuition Fee

100 EUR/year