MS Biochemistry and Biophysics at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Programme overview

The department offers a PhD with two tracks, Biochemistry (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology) and Biophysics, and expects admitted students to complete the doctorate. A terminal master's degree can be offered under special circumstances. Research areas include cell signaling, DNA repair and replication, membrane biophysics, transcriptional control, nervous system development and protein structure and function.

Faculty: School of Medicine | Department: Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chapel Hill, NC, United States

What you will study

Both PhD tracks require a minimum of 36 credit hours, with core courses in seminars, scientific communication and responsible conduct of research. Biochemistry track options include Advanced Molecular Biology and Biochemistry of Human Disease; the Biophysics track includes macromolecular NMR, X-ray crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy modules.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School minimum (applies to all graduate programmes): a four-year bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) from an accredited institution completed before graduate study begins and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B) or better; application via the Graduate School online application with transcripts, three recommendation letters, statement of purpose and CV, plus any programme-specific tests/materials; international applicants add a TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test score; admission decisions are made by each programme.

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 applicants apply for a start term; fall is the main start term. Very few programmes admit new students for spring or summer terms.

Graduate applications and payment must be received by the deadline of the academic programme applied to, which varies by programme; the application closes at 11:59pm Eastern Time on the deadline date. The Graduate School recommends complete applications by December 15, 2026 for full fellowship consideration. The GRE is not required for the Master of Applied Professional Studies.

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

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