Biochemistry - PHD - Doctor of Philosophy

The following is a representative timeline for the Ph.D. Program in Biochemistry.

Academic Year 1

• Core curriculum (courses 30 credits)

• Laboratory rotations (four rotations)

• First Exam, Parts 1 and 2 (January and June at the end of fall and spring semesters)

• Faculty presentations in Seminars (Fall)

• Grant writing seminar (Spring)

• Mentor selection (April)

• Full-time thesis research (June-August)

• Ethical conduct of research training (online) CITI

• Ethical conduct of research training (in person)

Academic Year 2

• Advanced course(s)

• Seminar participation at home campus (one semester)

• Thesis research

• Teaching as prescribed

• Thesis Committee formation

• Second Examination

Academic Year 3

• Advancement to candidacy

• Thesis research

• Thesis Committee Meeting (local or full membership)

• Teaching as prescribed

Academic Year 4

• Thesis research 

• Thesis Committee Meeting (local or full membership)

• Teaching as prescribed

Academic Year 5

• Thesis research

• Teaching as prescribed

• Dissertation defense and filing

• Graduation/Commencement