The PhD program Applied Evidence Synthesis in Health Research at the University for Continuing Education Krems is designed for researchers who wish to further advance evidence‑based health research at the highest methodological level. The program provides specialized training in systematic reviews, meta‑analyses, and additional synthesis methods—skills that are essential for informed health decisions in light of the rapidly growing volume of scientific studies.
What is the program about?
Evidence syntheses form the foundation of clinical guidelines and health policy decisions. At the same time, they are becoming increasingly complex from a methodological perspective. This program enables PhD candidates to engage intensively with these challenges over three years, including the integration of different study types, network meta‑analyses, and new AI‑supported processes.
A strong research environment
The program is located within the Department for Evidence‑Based Medicine and Evaluation, which hosts Cochrane Austria and the WHO Collaborating Centre for Evidence‑based Medicine. Students benefit from international collaboration and multidisciplinary research projects that directly contribute to healthcare practice.
Key program details
- Duration: 6 semesters / 180 ECTS
- Format: Blended Learning
- Language: English
- Focus: Methodological advancement and application of evidence syntheses in research, clinical practice, and health policy
Program objective
The PhD program prepares experts who can critically appraise scientific evidence, communicate it clearly, and actively contribute to its translation into practice. In doing so, the program helps make high‑quality evidence accessible—providing a foundation for better decision‑making in healthcare.
You find more information about the PhD programme here.