Salt Lake City,
UT,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Human Genetics in Salt Lake City United States | University of Utah
University of Utah
|
Salt Lake City United States
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
36,714
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our program delivers exceptional education for a doctoral degree in genetics, focusing particularly on human and developmental genetics. We aim to cultivate researchers with a comprehensive and analytical grasp of genetics' various dimensions. Instruction occurs mainly through hands-on work in dynamic, high-output laboratory settings. This personalized approach is enhanced by diverse learning opportunities including journal discussions, collaborative meetings, specialized courses, lecture series, academic presentations, and department retreats. We strive to equip graduates for careers in academia, public sector, and industry that require autonomy, analytical abilities, and practical research expertise.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
at least one half semester graded lecture course. These are usually designed for advanced graduate students and are generally 2 credit hours, about 8 weeks in the semester system. Acceptable courses are 600 level and higher (undergraduate classes do not qualify). If appropriate, 500 level courses can be approved by the Supervisory Committee.
Students also are expected to attend and participate in the weekly Departmental Journal Club (JC) and Research In Progress (RIP) meetings each week. All Human Genetics students present one JC talk each year through at least their fourth year in graduate school. Students will present one RIP talk each year throughout their stay in the Department, with the exception of the final year before their defense. Please see the Journal Club and Research-In-Progress Guidelines for more details on attendence and scheduling talks. The University of Utah seeks to provide equal access for people with disabilities. If the student needs accommodations in class and/or lab, contact the Center for Disability Services, 581- 5020, and alert Kandace to your needs.
TOEFL : 80 or higher
IELTS : 6.5 or higher
DUOLINGO : 105 or higher
ACT English score of 18 or higher
SAT Reading score of 27 or higher
Students also are expected to attend and participate in the weekly Departmental Journal Club (JC) and Research In Progress (RIP) meetings each week. All Human Genetics students present one JC talk each year through at least their fourth year in graduate school. Students will present one RIP talk each year throughout their stay in the Department, with the exception of the final year before their defense. Please see the Journal Club and Research-In-Progress Guidelines for more details on attendence and scheduling talks. The University of Utah seeks to provide equal access for people with disabilities. If the student needs accommodations in class and/or lab, contact the Center for Disability Services, 581- 5020, and alert Kandace to your needs.
TOEFL : 80 or higher
IELTS : 6.5 or higher
DUOLINGO : 105 or higher
ACT English score of 18 or higher
SAT Reading score of 27 or higher
Tuition
USD
36,714