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PhD Entomology at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

Entomology houses diverse research programs that emphasize systems-based approaches addressing environmental threats, food security, and human health. Research programs advance fundamental knowledge across core disciplines including Entomology, Evolutionary Biology and Systematics, Molecular Biology, Physiology, and Genomics. Emphasis areas include Species Interactions (e.g.

Faculty: College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

30 credit hours total. Required courses include ENTO 8010-8010L Insect Taxonomy; ENTO 8250 Insect Physiology; ENTO 9000 (6 hours max.) Doctoral Research; ENTO 9300 (3 hours) Doctoral Dissertation.

Career pathways

Many of our graduates have gone on to academic careers as research and teaching faculty at top-ranked universities and liberal arts colleges.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Apply to the UGA Graduate School and include the following: 3 Letters of recommendation CV/resume Statement of Purpose (emphasizing goals, objectives, and research ideas) Unofficial transcripts Previous coursework and training should feature preparation for graduate study (e.g., coursework in the life sciences, research experience, publications, presentations, REU participation, work experience, etc.) The GRE is not required; however, we will consider GRE scores when provided. We expect students to have taken introductory courses in 1) Genetics and 2) Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Cell Biology. Students without such courses on their transcripts can be admitted but will need make up any course deficiencies. - International students: For students whose primary language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required. Students need to submit official university documents according to UGA Graduate School requirements. Students will also have to show certificate of finances upon acceptance to the program. - We accept students all semesters and application deadlines coincide with

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: 30 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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