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PhD Cancer Biology at University of Arizona

University of Arizona, United States

Programme overview

As part of the Graduate Interdisciplinary Program, the Cancer Biology Ph.D. pathway trains you for a career in innovative cancer research. The hybrid curriculum of traditional coursework and research introduces you to knowledge derived from research in the production, properties and therapies of cancer, ensuring that you have in-depth knowledge and a foundational background to become an independent investigator.

Faculty: Graduate College  |  Duration: 6 years / 63 units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Tucson, AZ, United States

What you will study

Minimum credits : 36 credits of coursework, 18 credits of dissertation, 9 credits of minor coursework Core coursework : Core courses must be completed and awarded a Grade of A or B during the first two years in the program. See Other Requirements for Successful Completion of the Program below for more details.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate College minimum (applies to all programmes; departments may add requirements): regionally accredited bachelor's degree or comparable international degree and a minimum 3.00 GPA for degree programmes on a 4.00 scale. The Graduate College does not require the GRE, though individual programmes may. Programme-specific requirements are listed in the Graduate Admissions Guide.

Spring semester begins January 13 and fall semester begins August 23 for undergraduate international students; for graduate students spring begins January 14 and fall August 25.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.arizona.edu/admissions

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