Genetics, PhD

Program Requirements

The PhD degree in Genetics is administered by the Department of Genetics and Biochemistry. Research activities include biochemical, biometrical, molecular and population genetics, as well as bioinformatics, cytogenetics, and structural and functional genomics through arrangements with other participating disciplines.

Degree Requirements

The PhD program requires GEN 8140 , GEN 8100 , BCHM 8140  and GEN 8050   during the student’s first two years. In addition, PhD students are required to attend GEN 8250   every semester they are enrolled, and must register for GEN 8510  in the semester of their dissertation defense. Students beyond their first year are required to do one oral presentation every year in GEN 8250 .

A student’s dissertation committee will determine whether the student should take courses in addition to the required courses.

A dissertation, consisting of 18 credits of doctoral research (GEN 9910 ), exclusive of any research credits earned at the master’s level, is required of PhD students. Successful completion of written and oral comprehensive examinations will admit doctoral students to candidacy for the PhD degree.