Path to Degree
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
