PhD in Biology, General

The Doctor of Philosophy in Biology develops scientists who can design and carry out research, evaluate the literature critically, write manuscripts and present their work. Students also learn to teach and to follow progress in their specialty. The degree recognizes mastery of a specialty together with the capacity for independent, original scholarly work. Applicants and students can consult the graduate catalog, funding guide, graduate manual and resource guide, and the faculty directory shows potential research mentors. The program is led by a graduate program director in the Department of Biological Sciences, and both the main campus and the Biscayne Bay campus offer department contacts. Students work closely with faculty advisors and can draw on the department's resources as they move from coursework toward original research. The program page links to admissions guidance, so prospective applicants can review expectations before applying.