Blacksburg,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Translational Biology, Medicine, and Health- Cancer in Virginia Beach United States | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
|
Virginia Beach United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
31,690
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
66 months
This is an exciting era for cancer research, with breakthroughs in molecular biology and genomics—including the deciphering of various cancer genomes and the discovery of critical molecular mechanisms—deepening our knowledge of cancer cells and paving the way for innovative treatments and diagnostics. Students pursuing the cancer specialization will engage in research aimed at fighting this disease. The curriculum adopts a comprehensive, translational perspective on all facets of cancer, covering its molecular foundations (such as genetics, stem cells, metastasis, and immune responses) to broader aspects like the tumor microenvironment, cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic approaches (including biomarkers, drug development, and precision medicine), as well as its societal, emotional, and financial impacts.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You may scan a copy of your official paper or electronic transcript provided to you from your institution's Registrar. Do not upload your institution's web-based academic record or a document stating it is not an official transcript. Make sure that all critical and identifying marks have been scanned and are legible
Check to see whether your department requires letters of recommendation from references.
The Graduate School does not require entrance tests, but check to see whether your department requires you to submit GRE, GMAT, or subject test scores with your application. If so, have the testing agency send official scores to Virginia Tech Graduate School
TOEFL score of 90 (IBT) TOEFL scores of 20 or greater in Listening, Writing, Speaking, and Reading subsections are required. IELTS score of 6.5
Minimum GPA- 3.0
Check to see whether your department requires letters of recommendation from references.
The Graduate School does not require entrance tests, but check to see whether your department requires you to submit GRE, GMAT, or subject test scores with your application. If so, have the testing agency send official scores to Virginia Tech Graduate School
TOEFL score of 90 (IBT) TOEFL scores of 20 or greater in Listening, Writing, Speaking, and Reading subsections are required. IELTS score of 6.5
Minimum GPA- 3.0
Tuition
USD
31,690