Curriculum

Follow your multi-disciplinary first year with an advanced education that you tailor to your research interests.

View Biomedical Sciences, Ph.D. program information and degree requirements in the Academic Catalog.

Year 1

Interdisciplinary Training

• Core curriculum courses
  Students will receive interdisciplinary training tailored to fit requirements for each of the program’s areas of concentration. Courses will include a survey course specific for each area of concentration and four of the following courses (dependent upon the particular area of concentration).
  • Molecular Biochemistry I
  • Molecular Biochemistry II
  • Cell Biology
  • Human Physiology
  • Intercellular Communication
• Research Preparation
  A substantial part of year one is devoted to aiding students in the selection of a mentor. This is facilitated by the following first-year courses:
  • Introduction to Research (4 credit hours, Fall)
  • Two laboratory rotations (3-6 credit hours, Spring)
  • Advanced Courses (variable credit hours)

Year 2

All Concentrations

• Perform required teaching duties
• Advanced curriculum courses
• Non-dissertation research
• Form supervisory committee and obtain Program approval
• Complete preliminary exams

Years 3, 4 and 5

• Write dissertation proposal and obtain supervisory committee approval
• Dissertation research
• Have two (2) committee meetings yearly

Year 5

• Obtain permission to write dissertation
• Write, present and defend dissertation
• Apply for graduation (Graduate Studies Office). Check well in advance for deadline dates.
• Graduate