Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 120 months (students enrolled in a doctoral program have ten years from the first term of enrollment in which to complete the degree)
Overview
As a Biomedical Science student at the University of South Carolina, you'll work closely with a mentor who will help you expand your research skills, get published in scientific journals and present at conferences.
Our close relationship with USC's main campus gives you access to all of the state-of-the-art technology and funding that you would expect from a Tier 1 research institution, while our world-class faculty will help you achieve an exciting career in any number of fields.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Biomedical Biochemistry
- Biological Chemistry
- Biomedical Research
- Responsible Conduct of Biomedical Research
- Seminar in Biomedical Science
- Medical Cell Biology
- Advanced Cell Biology
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GRE® — Required
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL® iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 53
- IELTS: 6.5
General requirements
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or international equivalent)
- Official Transcripts
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Personal Statement
Tuition Fees
- International: 42,336 AUD / year (≈ 29,760 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 42,336 AUD / year (≈ 29,760 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 19,538 AUD / year (≈ 13,734 USD / year)
Living costs
Columbia, United States: 1,421–2,145 AUD / month. Living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.


