About the course

The graduate program leading to a Ph.D. in Molecular Pathology and Immunology provides training in biochemical, cell and molecular biological research designed to elucidate the fundamental mechanisms of human disease processes. Graduate study in this area offers students the opportunity to integrate principles of molecular genetics, cell biology, biochemistry and immunology into research relevant to improving the quality of life through the discovery of new avenues of treatment of disease.

　　The breadth of the MPI program provides students with a diverse choice of subjects for dissertation research and fields of training for future careers as independent, biomedical research scientists. Students primarily interested in the biochemistry and molecular biology of microbes such as bacteria and viruses, including immunology and pathology associated with microbial-host interactions are encouraged to review training in our sister program, Microbial-Host Interaction (MHI). Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Nashville
Fall (August), 2025	Nashville

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Vanderbilt University

Students join the MPI program after completion of their first year of graduate study in biomedical sciences at Vanderbilt. Admission is through the Interdisciplinary Graduate Program (IGP) or the Quantitative and Chemical Biology Program (QCB), or completion of 1-2 years of coursework in the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP).

　　Submission of scores on the GRE is required.

　　Applicants must upload an unofficial copy of transcripts from prior undergraduate and graduate work as part of their online application for admission.

　　The Statement of Purpose, an essay about why you are applying to the program you have selected, is required.

　　TOEFL PBT 570, TOEFL IBT 88, IELTS 7

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Vanderbilt University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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