PhD Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis at West Virginia University

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis will prepare students from diverse backgrounds to serve as professionals that are knowledgeable about the immune system of humans and other mammals, how the immune system functions, and the consequences of its malfunction on the health of the host. Knowledge of the immune system will be fully integrated with an excellent understanding of the diversity of microorganisms that cause disease in humans and other mammals and mechanisms of disease pathogenesis.

Faculty: School of Medicine | Duration: 74-76 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Morgantown, WV, United States

What you will study

Required coursework includes Scientific Integrity, Scientific Rigor and Ethics, Biomedical Lab Experience, Professional Development for Scientists 1, Professional Development for Scientists 2, Experiential Learning for Biomedical Trainees, Scientific Writing. Programme/major requirements total 74-76 credit hours.

Career pathways

Graduates will possess the laboratory skills and knowledge needed to assess the functional status of the immune system and to assess the mechanism used by microbial agents to cause disease in mammals. Graduates will be qualified to pursue several professional career paths in private industry, state and federal government, and academic institutions.

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Application information

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 applications are made through the WVU online graduate application with a $75 application fee; minimum cumulative GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission, and some programmes require higher.

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