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Pharmacology and Toxicology (Doctoral) at Michigan State University

Michigan State University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Pharmacology and Toxicology prepares students for pharmacology- and toxicology-related careers. The first two years build a foundation through coursework and laboratory rotations with two faculty members, followed by a comprehensive examination and dissertation research.

Faculty: College of Osteopathic Medicine  |  Department: Pharmacology and Toxicology  |  Duration: About 4.5 calendar years beyond the bachelor's degree  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: East Lansing, MI, United States

What you will study

Required courses include PHM 801, PHM 802, PHM 803 and PHM 816, one of PHM 827 or PSL 828/829, one of BMB 801 or BMB 802, and 24-36 credits of PHM 999 dissertation research, with a defence. A minimum 3.0 is required in all required PHM courses.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is conducted through the BioMolecular Science Gateway. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution; master's degree holders may also apply.

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: About 4.5 calendar years beyond the bachelor's degree

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