PhD Application Submission
Welcome to the PhD Program in Biomedical Sciences at the Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University. Here, we explore the unknown.
The PhD program at the Faculty of Medicine is a highly demanding four-year academic journey that strives for excellence. Suitable candidates should possess curiosity, dedication, creativity, and innovation, along with the ability to work collaboratively. The program offers the opportunity to be part of a leading research community and achieve significant accomplishments.
PhD Timeline
1️. Find a Supervisor
2️. Admission Interview
3️. Submit Research Proposal (Within 1 year of acceptance)
4️. Progress Report (1.5 years after submitting the research proposal)
5️. Final Report (3.5 years from acceptance)
6️. Submit Thesis (4 years from acceptance)
PhD Program Admission Timeline
The PhD registration process outlined below applies to:
- Applicants to the BRAVO Excellence Track
- Applicants to the Regular PhD Track
- Applicants to the MD/PhD Track
- Applicants to the Direct Track from a Bachelor's Degree
- Applicants to the Direct Track from a Master's Degree must submit all application documents except the MSc research abstract. In addition, these candidates must submit a Qualification Proposal (a concise research proposal of up to 3 pages).
Interview Schedule for PhD Admissions – Academic Year 2025–2026
Fall Semester 2025–2026
|
Track |
Document Submission Deadline* |
Interview Dates |
Interview Hours |
|
Medical Sciences |
July 8, 2026 |
August 4-5, 2026 |
10:00–14:00 |
|
MD/PhD |
July 8, 2026 |
August 4-5, 2026 |
09:00–16:00 |
|
Public Health |
July 8, 2026 |
August 4, 2026 |
11:00–16:00 |
|
Health Professions |
Julyt 8, 2026 |
August 2 and 9, 2026 |
15:00-17:00 |
*Application documents must be submitted before 14:00 (2:00 PM) on the stated deadlines.
Mid-Fall Semester 2025–2026
|
Track |
Document Submission Deadline* |
Interview Dates |
Interview Hours |
|
Medical Sciences |
October 21, 2026 |
November 17-18, 2026 |
10:00–14:00 |
Please note: No interviews will be held during these dates for applicants to the Public Health and Health Professions tracks.
*Application documents must be submitted before 14:00 (2:00 PM) on the stated deadlines.
Spring Semester 2025–2026
|
Track |
Document Submission Deadline* |
Interview Dates |
Interview Hours |
|
Medical Sciences |
January 6, 2026 |
February 2-3, 2026 |
10:00–14:00 |
|
Public Health |
January 6, 2026 |
February 2-3, 2026 |
11:00–18:00 |
|
Health Professions |
January 6, 2026 | February 2-3, 2026 |
12:00-14:00 |
*Application documents must be submitted before 14:00 (2:00 PM) on the stated deadlines.
Mid-Spring Semester 2025–2026
|
Track |
Document Submission Deadline* |
Interview Dates |
Interview Hours |
|
Medical Sciences |
May 13, 2026 |
June 9–10, 2026 |
10:00–14:00 |
Please note: No interviews will be held during these dates for applicants to the Public Health and Health Professions tracks.
*Application documents must be submitted before 14:00 (2:00 PM) on the stated deadlines.
