Overview
Education
Core principles of the program are to be student centered and attuned to the goals of the trainee.
The core curriculum focuses on development of core competencies and transferable skills in critical thinking, communication, and leadership. The first year prepares students for the core of the Biology program at the University of California, San Diego, the development of intellectual independence and creativity through original thesis research, guided by a thesis advisor and committee.
Students have a high degree of flexibility in choice of thesis advisor through the rotation program. Throughout the program, there is strong emphasis on engaged mentoring through regular committee meetings, annual reports and Individual Development Plans.
As a central hub of the thriving San Diego biosciences community, the program maintains strong partnerships with other campus units and programs through joint faculty appointments, organized research units, and research collaborations, enabling a wide range of interdisciplinary opportunities. The mission is to conduct leading edge research in the basic biological sciences.Programme Structure
Major areas of emphasis currently include:
- Structural biology
- Cell biology
- Developmental biology
- Neurobiology
- Immunology
- Microbiology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Biology View 309 other PhDs in Biology in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Nature and quality of undergraduate degree program
- Preparation in physical sciences and mathematics
- Previous laboratory and/or field research experience
- Description of role in experience(s) (300 characters max for each experience)
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of Recommendation
- CV/Resume
- EDI and Adversity Questions
- Description of Additional Experiences
- Interest in program and faculty
- Interviews
Tuition Fee
Living costs for San Diego
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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