Department of Genetics and Development at the College of Physicians and Surgeons
Degree Programs:
Full-Time: M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D.
Chair:
Gerard
Karsenty, M.D., Ph.D.
HHSC 1602A
Tel:
212.305.6398
Director of Graduate Studies:
Virginia
Papaioannou,
Ph.D.
HHSC 1402
Tel:
212.305.4753
Degree Requirements
The requirements listed below are special to
this department and must be read in conjunction with the general requirements
of the Graduate School.
For the M.A. Degree
The department accepts only candidates for the Ph.D. degree. The degree of
Master of Arts must be earned by each student in the department prior to
earning any higher degrees unless a student is admitted with two Residence
Units of advanced standing.
Course requirements: Genetics and Development
candidates for the M.A. degree must successfully complete G4150, G4501-G4502,
G6210-G6211, G6300-G6301, G9321-G9322, and G9355. Additional required courses
are specified by the training committee of the department for each student
individually, and depend on the student’s interests and background. These
requirements are usually met within two years; in no case can the fulfillment
of the requirements for the M.A. degree be extended beyond two years without
special permission.
For the M.Phil. Degree
Prerequisite: The M.A. degree or two Residence Units of advanced standing
and completion of departmental course requirements for the M.A. degree. In
addition, the following requirements must
be met:
Courses: Candidates for the M.Phil. degree in Genetics and Development must
successfully complete G4010, G4027, G4050, and any additional courses as
specified on an individual basis by the training committee of the department.
Examination: Successful completion of the departmental qualifying
examination.
Full-time Residence Units: Six.
For the Ph.D. Degree
Prerequisite: The M.Phil. degree.
Research: Students must develop research skills
and demonstrate these by preparation and oral defense of a dissertation
describing their research.
Financial Aid
The department provides full support for all graduate
students, including tuition, health insurance fees, and a stipend provided that
they are in good academic standing.
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