Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
English
TOEFL iBT accepted. Minimum score: 80
Credits
27 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Disciplines
Biomedical Science
Overview
The Biomedical Sciences (BMS) PhD Program – with its options in Biochemistry, Genetics, and Genomics, Cancer Biology, Cellular and Integrative Physiology, Translational Therapeutics, and Virology and Immunology – is a nationally and internationally recognized interdisciplinary graduate program that provides students curricular and research training with a unique focus on human health and disease.
Outcomes
Students at Pennsylvania State University receive rigorous training that provides the skills necessary to be leaders in biomedical research and other endeavors including business, education, law, journalism, and public policy.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cell and Systems Biology
- Advanced Molecular Genetics
- Art of Scientific Communication
- Form and Function of Macromolecular Machines
- Metabolism in Health and Disease
- Biomedical Research Ethics
- Writing Grant Proposals for Biomedical Research
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT accepted. Minimum score: 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Submission of online Penn State Graduate School application and payment of nonrefundable application fee
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of goals including reasons for applying to the BMS Graduate Program, previous research experiences, particular areas of research interests if known, and long-term career goals
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended; Note that post-secondary course work should include biochemistry and molecular biology or genetics.
Fees and funding
Living costs
Hershey, United States: 1,404-2,106 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
