Richardson,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology in Richardson United States | University of Texas at Dallas
University of Texas at Dallas
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Richardson United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,294
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Molecular and Cell Biology PhD program starts with foundational coursework in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, and quantitative biology. Students then pursue either experimental or computational research in a lab of their choice. The Biological Sciences department focuses research efforts around five key specialties:
Biochemistry and Biophysics
Genomics, Systems and Computational Biology
Microbiology
Molecular and Cell Biology
Pathobiology (including cancer, neurobiology, and infectious diseases)
Our professors combine rigorous classroom instruction with hands-on research, employing a mentorship approach to education. Thesis-track students gain experience with cutting-edge techniques to study biological mechanisms like gene regulation, protein dynamics, disease development, microbial interactions, metabolic pathways, and cellular signaling.
The department boasts advanced facilities for contemporary molecular and cell biology research, featuring next-gen sequencing technology, cellular imaging equipment, mass spectrometry for protein analysis, and cell sorting capabilities.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The minimum requirement for admission to any doctoral program is an appropriate earned UT Dallas master's degree or its equivalent, with an average of at least B+. Applicants currently enrolled in post baccalaureate study may be admitted on the condition that official documentation confirming the conferral of their master's degree is presented before enrollment at UT Dallas is permitted.
Some departments admit directly to the doctoral program from a bachelor's degree for highly qualified candidates.
Degree requirements: Background in calculus, general physics, organic chemistry, biochemistry and general biology, including genetics. Students intending to do research in computational biology should have some background in mathematics and in programming. Entering students not having this background may be required to take some additional course work in their first year or in the summer immediately preceding entry.
English proficiency requirements
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT (Internet-based test) Minimum score: 80
TOEFL PBT (paper-based test) Minimum score: 550
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Minimum score: 6.5
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Minimum score: 67
Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center
Duolingo English Test Minimum score: 105
Application Deadlines: Fall term - January 15 (Early), May 1 (Regular); Spring term - May 15 (Early), October 1 (Regular).
Tuition
USD
33,294