University of North Texas Health Science Center At Fort Worth

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.-Biomedical Sciences; Joint degree MPH/PhD, Ph.D.-Biomedical Sciences;Joint degrees including DO/PhD, PA/PhD, and MPH/PhD are offered.

Format: Campus

Program Description:

A student interested in graduate work in biomedical sciences at UNT Health Science Center may pursue either the M.S. or the Ph.D. degree. Doctoral degrees culminate with a specialization in cell biology and genetics, biochemistry and molecular biology, biomedical sciences, health psychology, microbiology and immunology, pharmacology and neuroscience, or integrative physiology. Master's degrees are also offered in these areas, as well as in the areas of science education, clinical research and education, biotechnology, forensic genetics, and clinical research management. All integrated curricula include biochemistry, biomedical cell and molecular biology, biomedical ethics, immunology, microbiology, physiology, pharmacology, and statistics. In addition, specific readings, seminars, and discussions are assigned to each candidate individually through an advisory committee. Successful completion of an oral qualifying exam as well as a written and orally defended grant application is required of all Ph.D. students at the end of their formal course work. Both the thesis and dissertation must be defended orally. Joint degrees (D.O./M.S., D.O./Ph.D., P.A./Ph.D., and M.P.H./Ph.D.) are available. Postbaccalaureate certification in pre-medical science is also offered.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Medical Schools/Medical Centers

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999