PhD History of Science, Technology, and Medicine at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

The program offers opportunities for advanced research and study in the history of science and technology (with particular expertise in the history of the physical sciences, biological sciences, technology, and American science and technology) and the history of medicine.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering | Duration: 5 years / 30 major credits + 24 thesis credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Core Courses, Period Distribution Requirement, Thesis Credits, History of Medicine, History of Science and Technology. Courses must be taken on the A-F grade basis, unless only offered S/N, with a minimum grade of B earned for each course. Students select one of two tracks: the history of science and technology or the history of medicine.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students must have a bachelor's degree with a preferred grade average of B or better and must be capable of interdisciplinary study. Depending on background and career objectives, additional preparatory studies may be necessary in either the science-technology area or in the humanities and social sciences. Although it is not strictly required for admission, it's strongly recommended that applicants submit a GRE score. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.0. All application materials are submitted online to the University. Applications are accepted for fall semester only. The application deadline is December 1. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5.

Duration: 5 years / 30 major credits + 24 thesis credits

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