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PhD Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology at University of Rochester

University of Rochester, United States

Programme overview

The programme blends core pharmacology and physiology with modern methods for studying molecular cell signaling and its application to drug action. More than 30 faculty work in areas including cardiovascular science, ion channels and neuropharmacology.

Faculty: School of Medicine and Dentistry  |  Department: Pharmacology and Physiology  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Rochester, NY, United States

What you will study

Required and elective courses with a shared first year; at the end of year one students elect to pursue the PhD in Pharmacology or Physiology.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for academia, the pharmaceutical industry, regulatory science and other careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Programme: online application, statement of purpose, uploaded transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation. A four-year baccalaureate in the basic or applied sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering) is expected; applicants from other fields should have basic training in biological sciences, chemistry or physics. GRE optional. Non-native English speakers submit TOEFL iBT or ITP Plus, IELTS or Duolingo within 2 years. $60 fee, waived if submitted by November 15; due December 1 (rolling review until January 1).

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.

Intake: Fall

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