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Ph.D. Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy at University of South Florida

University of South Florida, United States

Programme overview

Doctorate with focused training in tumor immunology and cancer immunotherapy, delivered jointly with Moffitt Cancer Center. Research areas include the tumor immune microenvironment, immune regulation in cancer, vaccine-based therapies, adoptive T cell therapy and hematological diseases.

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 and implement immunological advances in cancer therapy.

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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 biology, immunology or chemistry; 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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