Molecular Biology - Doctor of Philosophy
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Phase I Core Courses | ||
| MOLB 520 | Molecular Cell Biology | 3 |
| MOLB 542 | Biochemistry I | 3 |
| MOLB 545 | Molecular and Biochemical Genetics | 3 |
| Molecular Biology Tier II Courses | ||
| Select at least 9 credits from the following: | 9 | |
| Molecular Analysis of Complex Traits | 3 | |
| Advanced Reproductive Physiology | 3 | |
| Metabolic Functions and Dysfunctions | 3 | |
| Genes and Genomes | 3 | |
| Biochemistry II: Central and Intermediary Metabolism | 3 | |
| Physical Biochemistry | 3 | |
| Physiology of Microorganisms | 3 | |
| Developmental Biology | 3 | |
| Immunology | 3 | |
| Virology | 3 | |
| Applied and Environmental Microbiology | 4 | |
| Molecular Biology of Microorganisms | 3 | |
| Neurobiology | 3 | |
| Professional Development Seminar | 1-3 | |
| Special Topics | 1-3 | |
| Advanced Topics in Environmental Microbiology | 3 | |
| Neuroscience | 1-3 | |
| Selected Topics | 1-3 | |
| Plant Virology | 3 | |
| Biochemistry II | 3 | |
| Advanced Topics in Molecular Biology | 1-3 | |
| Toxicology I | 3 | |
| Other Course Requirements | ||
| A ST 505 | Statistical Inference I (or equivalent course) | 4 |
| BIOL 540 | Science and Ethics | 1-3 |
| BIOL 490 | Neurobiology | 3 |
| MOLB 590 | Discussions in Molecular Biology | 1 |
| MOLB 597 | Laboratory Rotations/Research Discussions | 1-3 |
| Dissertation | 18 | |
| Doctoral Dissertation Research | 1-15 | |
| Total Credits | 46-50 | |
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PhD candidates must enroll for 18 credits MOLB 700 Doctoral Dissertation Research. May register for additional credits to maintain full-time status.
The Molecular Biology program also offers formal minors in molecular biology or bioinformatics.