PhD Microbiology (MED) at University of Missouri-Columbia

Programme overview

The Molecular Pathogenesis and Therapeutic Graduate Program (MPT) was collaboratively designed by the Department of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology (MMI) and the Department of Veterinary Pathobiology (VPB). The MPT Program offers comprehensive graduate-level training leading to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree. This program provides individualized training that is strongly oriented toward basic research in molecular and cellular biology, microbial pathogenesis, virology, immunology and host-parasite interactions.

Faculty: School of Medicine | Department: Microbiology | Duration: 72 credit hours | Location: Columbia, MO, United States

What you will study

The program involves (i) a course of study which includes required and elective course work, (ii) participation in programmatic seminars and journal clubs, (iii) training in teaching through participation in laboratory courses for undergraduates, (iv) a comprehensive examination designed to evaluate a student’s ability to propose and experimentally evaluate a significant scientific question, and (v) the successful completion of a creative and ori

Career pathways

Graduate students entering into the program should be highly motivated toward a career in research in microbiology. Letters of recommendation from individuals who are qualified to judge should clearly indicate aptitude for, and dedication to, a career in science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The Molecular Pathogenesis and Therapeutics Graduate Program (MPT) is offered through the Departments of Microbiology and Immunology in the School of Medicine and Veterinary Pathobiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine. This graduate training program is designed to prepare students for an advanced professional career in microbiology and immunology. Emphasis is placed on developing outstanding students for productive supervisory roles in universities and colleges, industry, government and research institutes. Enrollment is limited to those students who show evidence of potential for research. New student applications are not accepted at this time. Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

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.

Graduate programmes apply through the Graduate School online application for admission, which requires a qualifying bachelor degree and at least a 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of baccalaureate coursework; School of Law, School of Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine and Occupational Therapy Doctorate have their own application processes.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.missouri.edu/admissions/

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