Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Dec 2026
Language
English
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- IELTS: 7
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Davis, United States
Disciplines
Microbiology
Overview
The Graduate Group in Microbiology from University of California, Davis offers study and research leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. Strong preference is given to doctoral applicants.
Features
- Current faculty members utilize molecular genetics to study the biology of individual microbes and also use microbial and non-microbial models for the study of specific cellular processes, including recombination, stress responses, aging, cancer, DNA repair, and mutagenesis.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Pathogenic Microbiology
- Including Bacterial And Viral Pathogenesis
- Eukaryotic Microbiology
- Microbial Genomics And Genetics
- Microbial Physiology And Development
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- IELTS: 7
General requirements
- Completed online application.
- Academic records for every college-level institution you have attended or are currently attending (including community college, transfer coursework, study abroad, summer session, etc.).
- Three letters of recommendation - Instructions are provided with the online application.
- Application fee - A graduate application fee is required for all applicants. It is $135 (U.S. applicants) or $155 (international applicants).
- TOEFL/IELTS Scores.
- CV - Your CV/resume should help the committee better understand your specific experiences in microbiology beyond what you shared in your statement of purpose or personal history.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 43,098 AUD / year (≈ 30,691 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 43,098 AUD / year (≈ 30,691 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 18,452 AUD / year (≈ 13,140 USD / year)
Living costs
Davis, United States: 1,545-2,247 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
