Overview

Neuroscience is the study of how the brain and nervous system function. This scientific area has expanded enormously with technological advances. We're closer than ever to understanding how the brain works.

About the program

The faculty at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is at the forefront of these research areas, using leading-edge approaches, such as optogenetics, light-sheet microscopy, and computer-brain interfaces.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Membrane Physiology
Advanced Topics in Neuroscience
Neuroscience: Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
Neuroscience I-B: Developmental Neuroscience
Systems Neuroscience
Neuroanatomy
Dissertation Research: Pre-Candidacy
Doctoral Dissertation: Post Candidacy
Research in Residence

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

67 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Miami, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.6 _{(recommended)}

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences or a related discipline (e.g., chemistry, engineering, physics).

Competitive candidates will have the following:

Excellent academic record (minimum overall cumulative GPA = 3.0). The average GPA of registrants is 3.6, with top grades in science courses.
Research experience in a wet laboratory setting. A minimum of 1,000 hours of lab experience is expected. Computer-based research is acceptable for students with strong interests in bioinformatics.
Scientific presentations at regional or national conferences.
Co-authorship in peer-reviewed biomedical journals.
Co-authorship in a peer-reviewed journal is expected for all foreign applicants.
Strong letters of recommendation from science mentors who can evaluate the applicant’s motivations and research potential.
Motivation to pursue state-of-the-art biomedical research and long-term plans for a career within the biomedical workforce.

Tuition Fees

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35429 USD / year

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35429 USD / year

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35429 USD / year

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Living costs

Miami

United States

1508 - 2603 USD / month

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