ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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| MSBS: | |
| - | A bachelor's degree, with coursework in the life sciences and chemistry |
| - | A GPA of 3.0 or higher |
| - | General GRE exam scores |
| - | Three letters of recommendation |
Note: Previous research experience is recommended but not required. Current MD students applying to the MD/MSBS program must have no grade below “Pass” in the medical courses, and must have an endorsing letter from the Associate Dean
for Student Affairs.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM - Admission Criteria
For students not currently enrolled in a UT doctoral program, same requirements as for MSBS
Students currently enrolled in the UT Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences or MSBS Programs may take individual BPG Certificate courses as electives,
with permission of the instructor. Application MUST be filed only for those seeking a Certificate in BPG, and must have the following:
- Good standing in the current degree program
- Letter of request for admittance into the program
- Permission/recommendation of major advisor
- Completed electronic (ONLINE) application (see below)
Program Requirements
| - | A grade of "B" or higher in didactic courses, including electives | |
| - | MSBS only: | |
| - | Selection of major advisor by the end of the 1st semester | |
| - | Selection of an advisory committee by the end of the 2nd semester | |
| - | Independent research project | |
| - | Dissertation and successful defense | |
Opportunities in BPG
The fields of bioinformatics, proteomics and genomics are aggressively expanding. Knowledge in these areas is increasingly expected of all biomedical researchers, whether in academia, government, or the private sector. These analytical tools are being introduced into the practice of medicine, and into general biology in areas such as ecology, bioremediation, agriculture, etc. In addition, this knowledge is valuable for careers in certain areas of business, law, computer science, and mathematics.