Microbiology

• Recruit and retain a diverse pool of high-quality graduate students in Microbiology
• Recruit and retain diverse, high-quality Microbiology faculty invested in cutting-edge student training
• Rigorously deliver foundational concepts in genome-enabled Microbiology via a core curriculum
• Provide rigorous electives to support broad exploration beyond the core curriculum
• Foster professional skills in trainees, enabling them to succeed in multiple career paths
• Facilitate cross-departmental and cross-college research collaborations
• Identify and develop new tracks/concentrations as suggested by student/stakeholder interest

Programme Structure

Courses include:

• Advanced Topics in Biology
• Microbial Physiology and Diversity
• Current Topics in Microbiology
• Microbial Molecular Genetics
• Geomicrobiology
• Methods in Molecular Biology
• Marine Molecular Sciences
• Soil Microbiology
• Animal Virology

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

• GPA: 3
• GRE: Required

English requirements

• TOEFL iBT: 79
• IELTS: 6.5

General requirements

• Applicants should have a BA or BS in Microbiology or a related field. Other applicants will be considered if they have strong academic backgrounds in other scientific areas.
• A personal statement.
• Official, up-to-date transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate programs. A minimum of 3.0/4.0 is required in the major.
• Three letters of recommendation from individuals with knowledge of the applicant’s research experience, academic preparation and potential ability as a graduate student.
• Interview with one or more faculty members of the Microbiology program including but not limited to the potential major advisor.

Tuition Fees

• International: 13,224 AUD / year (≈ 9,374 USD / year)
• Out-of-State: 13,224 AUD / year (≈ 9,374 USD / year)
• Domestic In-State: 13,224 AUD / year (≈ 9,374 USD / year)

Living costs

Newark, United States: 1,397-2,398 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.