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Genetics and Genome Sciences (Doctoral) at Michigan State University

Michigan State University, United States

Programme overview

The interdepartmental PhD in Genetics and Genome Sciences prepares students for independent research and teaching and for strength in related sciences such as molecular biology and biochemistry. Students may add a second major.

Faculty: College of Natural Science  |  Department: Genetics and Genome Sciences (interdepartmental, College of Natural Science)  |  Duration: 24 credits of dissertation research plus coursework  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: East Lansing, MI, United States

What you will study

MMG 833 or 835, GEN 810 and GEN 840, at least 12 credits of additional graduate coursework including a genomics, quantitative or computational biology course, four 1-credit seminars, 24 credits of GEN 999, a comprehensive exam and a dissertation defence.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is through the BioMolecular Science Gateway (BMS). Successful applicants typically have a bachelor's or master's degree with strong math and science coursework, a GPA of 3.5 or above, significant research experience (about one full-time summer or four semesters part-time) and strong reference letters. The GRE is not required. No minimum cut-offs are set.

Requirements published at program group level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 24 credits of dissertation research plus coursework

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