PhD Genetics and Molecular Biology at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Programme overview

The Curriculum in Genetics and Molecular Biology (GMB) is an interdepartmental PhD program whose mission is (1) to train students from diverse backgrounds to earn a PhD in the fields of genetics, genomics, and molecular biology by guiding them through the acquisition of essential elements of the PhD, including responsible achievement of significant original research; and (2) to provide opportunities for learning about the breadth of careers in research and research-related fields and acquiring the skills and experiences that will facilitate the transition into such careers. Select a course from the Journal Club electives below for a minimum credit of 2 or more. 12

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

What you will study

Students must complete a minimum of 6 credit hours of elective courses. 2 Students must take GNET 994 twice for a minimum of 6 credit hours. Core courses include GNET 621 Principles of Genetic Analysis I; GNET 631 Advanced Molecular Biology; GNET 701 Genetic Lecture Series (Fall of Year; GNET 702 Student Seminars (Spring of Year; GNET 703 Student Seminars (Fall and Spring of Year; GNET 994 Doctoral Research and Dissertation.

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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.

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

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