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PhD Molecular and Cell Biology at Brandeis University

Brandeis University, United States

Programme overview

The MCB PhD provides a close-knit community conducting research in molecular, cell, developmental, chemical and neurobiology. Flexible course requirements let students focus on their area while training in cutting-edge methods and quantitative data analysis.

Faculty: School of Science, Engineering and Technology  |  Department: Molecular and Cell Biology Program  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Waltham, MA, United States

What you will study

Students attend weekly journal clubs, colloquia and research seminars, present yearly 'pizza talks' on dissertation research, and are guided by a thesis advisor and a three-member thesis committee.

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Entry requirements

Graduate (PhD) admission requirements published by Brandeis Graduate Admissions: bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. or international institution, transcripts, letters of recommendation, résumé, statement of purpose; GRE optional; online application.

PhD admission is for Fall 2027.

PhD deadlines: Round 1 December 1 (Chemistry, Psychology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry and Biophysics); Round 2 January 15 (Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, Social Policy, History). The Fall 2027 application opens in mid-October; online application fee $75 unless waived.

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