Overview

The Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics program at University of Kentucky has at its heart a close student-mentor relationship that allows for the maximum flexibility in the development of independent and creative scientists.

Key Features

Students will have the opportunity to join faculty research programs across a spectrum of topics including: pathogenic microbiology, virology, cancer cell and molecular biology, and cellular and molecular immunology.
Specific research areas include microbial physiology, bacterial pathogenicity, cellular and molecular immunology, tumor immunology, lymphocyte differentiation, membrane biology, molecular virology, molecular genetics, and gene regulation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Immunobiology
Bacterial Pathogenesis
Tumor Immunology And Immunotherapy
Virology
Clinical Microbiology
Biomolecules And Metabolism

Key information

Duration

Full-time (60 months)

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting August 2027
Apply before Jan 2027

Language

English

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lexington-Fayette, United States

Disciplines

Microbiology

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

GMAT: Required

English requirements

Duolingo English Test: 115
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS: 6.5

General requirements

CV: Indicating any academic honors, publications, research experience and relevant work experience (since graduation--for those who have previously graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program).
Personal Statement
Indicate your research interest and goals for doctoral study and beyond.
Research Experience (if any)
Three letters of recommendation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International: 52,657 AUD / year (≈ 37,326 USD / year)
Out-of-State: 52,657 AUD / year (≈ 37,326 USD / year)
Domestic (In-State): 21,280 AUD / year (≈ 15,084 USD / year)

Living costs

Lexington-Fayette, United States: 1,270-1,975 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics.

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