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2011-2012 General Catalog 
    
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Biochemistry, PhD


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College of Science

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Doctor of Philosophy


To earn the PhD in chemistry or biochemistry, a student must successfully complete a core curriculum of courses and other courses as approved by a supervisory committee. In addition, preliminary examinations (both oral and written) must be passed and research in a field of specialization must be conducted. The final requirement is the writing and defense of a dissertation before the student’s supervisory committee.

Biochemistry Course Requirements


Every MS and PhD student in the biochemistry program must complete at least four of the graduate biochemistry core courses (CHEM 6730 , CHEM 6740 , CHEM 6750 , and CHEM 6760 ). Both MS and PhD students must complete a total of at least 15 credits in coursework, exclusive of seminar and research credit. The Program of Study is approved by the student’s supervisory committee. A total of 30 credits is required for the MS degree, and a total of 90 credits is required for the PhD. Beginning students who already hold an MS degree need 60 credits to complete the PhD program.

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