PhD Molecular and Evolutionary Systems Biology at University of New Hampshire

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary doctoral programme that builds deep disciplinary knowledge along with technical, professional and personal skills, preparing graduates for leadership in industry, research labs and college teaching and research.

Department: Molecular, Cellular and Biomedical Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Durham, NH, United States

What you will study

Core courses in scientific communication, applied bioinformatics and the ethical, legal and social implications of biotechnology; a research proposal and oral defense; a written qualifying exam; advancement to candidacy; and a dissertation.

Career pathways

Research directors in biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies; principal investigators in academic, institute or government labs; college research and teaching positions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Foundational coursework in biology, chemistry (including organic), physics and mathematics (gaps may be corrected in the first year); three letters of recommendation; personal statement on research interests naming two or three potential MESB faculty advisors; TOEFL for applicants from non-English-speaking countries. UNH Graduate School (all graduate applicants who are non-native English speakers): minimum TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic 59, Duolingo English Test 120; waivers possible at department and Graduate School discretion.

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.

Apply through the official page: https://www.unh.edu/graduate-school/admissions

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