Ph.D. Integrated Mathematical Oncology at University of South Florida

Programme overview

The Ph.D. provides focused training in mathematical modeling alongside interdisciplinary cancer biology training through coursework and immersion in Moffitt Cancer Center research. It is a joint endeavor of Moffitt Cancer Center and USF, with research on mathematical models of tumor growth, invasion and treatment response.

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

What you will study

4 credits of shared core (Cancer Biology I, Bioethics for Cancer Researchers), 17 credits of required courses (Current Topics in Cancer Biology, Integrated Mathematical Oncology I and II, Cancer Biology and the Immune System), 3 credits of electives, 14 credits of lab rotations, directed research and advances seminars, and 24 dissertation credits. Includes a qualifying exam with a written research proposal and oral defense, and a first-author publication before defense.

Career pathways

Technological workforce roles discovering and implementing quantitative models in experimental and clinical cancer areas.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Meet USF university admission and English proficiency requirements. Extensive background in mathematics, engineering, physics or computer science; 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.

Explore more study programmes

STEM