Equally important during the first year is a series of three rotations in research laboratories chosen by each student. By the end of the first year, each student has chosen his/her research advisor and has begun work on his/her dissertation project.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Statistical Methods: Precalculus
- Computational Analysis of Biological Information: Python for Biologists
- Analysis Techniques for the Biosciences Using MATLAB
- Programming Methodology
- Stem Cells, Immunology and Regenerative Medicine
- Genomics
- Principles of Cancer Systems Biology
- Next Generation Sequencing and Applications
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 100
General requirements
Applicants must hold, or expect to hold before enrollment at Stanford, a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university accredited by a regional accrediting association, or an international equivalent.
A Master’s degree is only required if you do not meet the above eligibility requirements.
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts (Academic Records)
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) for some programs
- Resume/CV
While research experience is not an application requirement, admission committees assume that applicants will have some prior experience, as they are applying for a research-related degree.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 39,148 AUD / year (≈ 27,540 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 39,148 AUD / year (≈ 27,540 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 39,148 AUD / year (≈ 27,540 USD / year)
Quarterly tuition.
Living costs
Stanford, United States: 1,564–2,274 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.