Doctor of Philosophy in Biology and Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology
The Doctor of Philosophy in Biology degree is offered in Biological Science in areas consistent with faculty expertise. This degree is granted for proven ability, independent investigation, and scholarly attainment in a special field. It is primarily a research degree and is not granted solely on the completion of a certain number of credits. There is not a fixed total credit requirement for this degree. Credits for the dissertation and the research upon which it is based should comprise a substantial portion of the program and involve original work. It is understood that the research for and writing of the dissertation will require the equivalent of at least one year of full-time work.
The Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology degree is granted for proven ability, independent investigation, and scholarly attainment in a specialized field. Although it is primarily a research degree and is not granted solely on the completion of a certain number of credits, there are specific course requirements that must be met. The training of a Ph.D.-level Microbiologist is based on a strong foundation in Mathematics, Chemistry, Genetics, Molecular Biology, and Biochemistry in addition to extensive coursework in the various disciplines within the field of Microbiology. This base is built upon advanced course work in the major sub-disciplines of Microbiology (Molecular Biology, Biochemistry and Physiology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Virology, Industrial and Environmental Microbiology, and Medical Microbiology) as the student focuses his/her area of interest . It is understood that the culmination of this degree is the completion and defense of an independent research project and the submission of a written dissertation.
Admission Requirements are outlined in the 'General (.pdf)' document.
See the Graduate Catalog for additional information on PhD Program Requirements.
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