PhD Cancer Biology at University of Miami

Programme overview

The Sheila and David Fuente Graduate Program in Cancer Biology is a university-wide interdisciplinary training program that draws upon clinical and basic sciences from multiple departments and medical school divisions of the University of Miami. The scientific focus is broadly cancer research with an emphasis on fundamental cellular processes, their deregulation in cancer, the identification of novel diagnostics and therapeutic targets.

Faculty: Miller School of Medicine | Duration: 62 credits | Location: Coral Gables, FL, United States

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Entry requirements

Applicants to biomedical programs should have a bachelor degree in a biological or related discipline (e.g., psychology, chemistry, engineering, physics). Although there are no prerequisite requirements, courses in general biology, cell/molecular biology, calculus, general physics, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and biochemistry are encouraged. Applications are generally accepted from September to December for fall entry only. Select applicants will be offered an interview . COMPETITIVE CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING: Excellent academic record. GRE is no longer required. Competitive GRE exam scores (top 50th percentile) can be submitted through BiomedCAS as additional information. Research experience in a laboratory setting. Publications of abstract and / or papers. Co-authorship in a peer-reviewed journal is recommended. Strong letters of recommendation from research scientists who know the candidate well. Motivation to pursue state-of-the-art biomedical research. APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING: Online Application. Application Fee. Official Academic Transcripts.

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: 62 credits

Apply through the official page: http://biomed.med.miami.edu/apply

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