University of North Carolina at Charlotte

The Ph.D. in Biology program has as its intellectual focus an interdisciplinary synthesis of the biological sciences and related biotechnology.  In addition to a vigorous research concentration, the program emphasizes the importance of relevant coursework.  All students are required to complete a series of core courses related to the interdisciplinary nature of the program.  Students must choose either (1) the Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology (E3B) or (2) the Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCD) concentration or concentration before selecting elective courses.  The cornerstone of the program is the student’s research dissertation.  Each dissertation is expected to be a significant scientific contribution based on independent and original research, leading to publications in national/international peer-reviewed journals.