PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Sciences

Western Michigan University

The Doctor of Philosophy program in the Department of Biological Sciences offers a unique combination of traditional rigorous research experiences, breadth of coursework and training in effective communication and teaching of scientific concepts. This program is specifically designed for students who wish to pursue careers in the biological sciences that require excellence in both teaching and research. Students who earn their PhDs in our program typically go on to postdoctoral research positions and careers in academia or industry. Through in-depth research experiences with a faculty mentor, and preparation of an independent dissertation and peer-reviewed publications, students gain experiences that prepare them for careers involving experimental design, hypothesis testing, grant writing, team leadership and scientific communication in biological sciences.

College of Arts and Sciences