Berkeley,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Genetics, Genomics, Evolution, and Development in Berkeley United States | University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Berkeley
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Berkeley United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,366
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Division of Genetics, Genomics and Development (GGD) faculty investigate core principles of genetics, evolution, and developmental biology through genetic, molecular, biochemical, computational, and genomic methods. Their research spans fundamental processes like transcription, RNA modification, protein synthesis and their regulation, along with studying gene network architecture, function, and evolutionary changes. Other focus areas encompass the emergence of developmental signaling pathways, genome replication dynamics, structural organization, and evolutionary transformations, embryonic patterning and tissue formation including cellular differentiation processes, genomic regulatory systems such as sex determination and dosage compensation, as well as genetic diversity across natural and domesticated populations. GGD researchers employ diverse biological models ranging from traditional systems (like yeast, roundworms, fruit flies, zebrafish) to newer genomic models (including sea squirts, anemones, frogs, choanoflagellates). The Division houses the Center for Integrative Genomics and contributes to the university-wide Computational Biology Program. It maintains strong collaborations with major genome sequencing efforts such as the Drosophila genome initiative and various animal/fungal genome projects at the nearby DOE Joint Genome Institute (JGI) in Walnut Creek and other locations, plus related studies at French Polynesia's Gump Marine Research Station.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
The following minimum requirements apply to all graduate programs and will be verified by the Graduate Division:
A bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution,
A grade point average of B or better (3.0),
If the applicant comes from a country or political entity (e.g., Quebec) where English is not the official language, adequate proficiency in English to do graduate work, as evidenced by a TOEFL score of at least 90 on the iBT test, 570 on the paper-and-pencil test, or an IELTS Band score of at least 7 on a 9-point scale (note that individual programs may set higher levels for any of these), and
Sufficient undergraduate training to do graduate work in the given field.
The admission committee employs a holistic approach to assessing the merits of each application. This means that we review all facets of an application in order to determine a candidate's overall potential and fit with our program. In particular, the Statement of Purpose and Personal Statement are very important aspects of your application. Strong undergraduate preparation for this program would include at least one year each of: calculus, physics, and general biology, two to three semesters of chemistry (general, organic and physical chemistry), additional advanced coursework in such areas as biochemistry, biophysics, cell biology, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology and/or neurobiology, experience of working in a research laboratory while an undergraduate . Letters of recommendation should be from persons who have supervised your research or academic work and who can evaluate your intellectual ability, creativity, leadership potential and promise for productive scholarship.
A bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution,
A grade point average of B or better (3.0),
If the applicant comes from a country or political entity (e.g., Quebec) where English is not the official language, adequate proficiency in English to do graduate work, as evidenced by a TOEFL score of at least 90 on the iBT test, 570 on the paper-and-pencil test, or an IELTS Band score of at least 7 on a 9-point scale (note that individual programs may set higher levels for any of these), and
Sufficient undergraduate training to do graduate work in the given field.
The admission committee employs a holistic approach to assessing the merits of each application. This means that we review all facets of an application in order to determine a candidate's overall potential and fit with our program. In particular, the Statement of Purpose and Personal Statement are very important aspects of your application. Strong undergraduate preparation for this program would include at least one year each of: calculus, physics, and general biology, two to three semesters of chemistry (general, organic and physical chemistry), additional advanced coursework in such areas as biochemistry, biophysics, cell biology, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology and/or neurobiology, experience of working in a research laboratory while an undergraduate . Letters of recommendation should be from persons who have supervised your research or academic work and who can evaluate your intellectual ability, creativity, leadership potential and promise for productive scholarship.
Tuition
USD
27,366