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Doctor of Science (DSc) in Oral Biology at Boston University

Boston University, United States

Programme overview

An advanced science degree for students pursuing academic or research-oriented careers, focused on basic physical, biological and clinical sciences. Dentists with biological science backgrounds may combine it with a CAGS clinical programme; candidates with nonclinical BS or MS degrees may also be accepted.

Faculty: Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine  |  Department: Translational Dental Medicine  |  Duration: Minimum 36 months full-time; usually three years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

First year didactic, second and third years research. Courses include Biochemistry/Cell Morphology, Basic Processes in Oral Biology, Oral Immunology & Microbiology, Journal Club, and Research: Oral Biology (14 didactic and 50 research units).

Career pathways

Academic or research-oriented careers; graduates write a manuscript and a grant application.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open to dentists with biological science backgrounds and candidates with nonclinical BS or MS degrees.

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences PhD and MFA applicants can only apply for the fall semester.

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences PhD Fall 2027 application deadlines fall between December 1 and January 15 depending on the programme (for example Biostatistics and Computer Science December 1; Biology and Molecular Biology, Cell Biology & Biochemistry December 2; Chemistry, Physics, Economics, History, Linguistics and Political Science December 15; English and Mathematics January 11; Classical Studies, Philosophy, Earth & Environment and History of Art & Architecture January 15). Applications close at 11:59pm Boston time on the deadline.

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