Ph.D. Cancer Chemical Biology at University of South Florida

Programme overview

Doctorate focused on cancer medicinal chemistry and chemical biology, with cancer drug design and discovery as the key component, delivered jointly with Moffitt Cancer Center. Research covers chemical probes for oncogenic targets, development of anticancer drug candidates, and target identification in refractory and metastatic malignancies.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Molecular Biosciences | Duration: 96 credit hours minimum | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tampa, FL, United States

What you will study

96 credit hours of shared core, other required courses, a required elective, dissertation and other requirements. Students need B-minus in core and required courses and a 3.00 GPA.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared to discover chemical probes and develop anticancer drugs in the technological workforce.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must meet USF university admission and English proficiency requirements as well as the programme requirements. Extensive background in chemistry, medicinal chemistry, biochemistry or pharmaceutical sciences; GRE optional; advanced coursework and research experience preferred.

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.

Doctoral admission is offered for Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.

Final university deadlines for doctoral programmes: February 15 for Fall, October 15 for Spring, February 15 for Summer. Programme-specific priority deadlines apply for funding and consideration.

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