Overview
The Cancer Biology Theme at The University of Alabama at Birmingham provides training opportunities in multiple and contemporary areas of cancer research. Outstanding basic and translational research faculty from various schools, departments, and centers participate in training the next generation of basic and translational cancer researchers.
Where will this degree take you?
Curing cancer needs an integrated knowledge of the cellular and molecular basis of cancer development and progression, analysis of large molecular data, and designing novel treatment approaches. Training from the Cancer Biology Theme at UAB helps prepare you to move seamlessly into your future career.
Previous graduates are successful leaders in academia and industry in various aspects of basic and translational cancer research. Some of our alumni are successfully engaged in academic instructional positions and also play a critical role in health policy decisions.
Programme Structure
Research areas include:
- Cancer Pathobiology & Immunology
- Cancer Genomics
- Metabolomics, & Epigenetics
- Carcinogenesis & Tumor Microenvironment
- Metastasis & Experimental Therapeutics
- Cancer Cell Biology & Signaling
- Bioinformatics & Target Discovery
- Cancer Control & Population Sciences
- Neurooncology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 84 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Biology Health Sciences View 310 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
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- 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
- Minimum 6 months of research experience
- Online Application
- Personal Statement
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts
- English Proficiency Scores
Tuition Fee
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International
12235 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1142 USD per credit during 84 months. -
National
12235 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1142 USD per credit during 84 months. -
In-State
5014 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 468 USD per credit during 84 months.
Living costs for Birmingham
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Scholarships Information
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