Expectations of doctoral students in the field of medicine and health sciences towards a graduate school: an online cross-sectional survey in Germany.

ABSTRACT: The doctoral thesis in medicine is a special case, as it is usually started during the course of study and the students have no experience of scientific work. This lack of scientific training is often criticized, and the quality of doctoral theses in medicine is considered low. In order to increase the quality of doctoral theses and the successful completion rate, a structured doctoral programme can provide the appropriate support. A cross-sectional survey of doctoral students in the field of medicine and health sciences was conducted to assess their expectations of a structured programme offered by a graduate school planned for doctoral studies in complementary and integrative medicine (CIM). Among other questions concerning experiences in their doctorate, the participants were asked to i

SUBMITTER: Stock-Schroer B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11655207 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature