About the course

Students admitted to the Ph.D. program in biological sciences (biology) can apply to earn a Ph.D. in biological sciences with a dual-title in urban sustainability. This dual-title degree is designed to prepare professionals to solve challenging urban problems that require working across disciplines.

　　Students enrolled in this dual-title program take courses in topics and develop specific skills relating to urban sustainability. Students in biology will also conduct an internship or science exchange in urban sustainability, help develop and participate in colloquia and seminars, perform community service, and write funding proposals. 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: US$86,173

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Detroit
Spring (May), 2024	Detroit
Summer (June), 2024	Detroit
Fall (August), 2024	Detroit
Winter (January), 2025	Detroit
Spring (May), 2025	Detroit
Summer (June), 2025	Detroit
Fall (August), 2025	Detroit
Winter (January), 2026	Detroit
Spring (May), 2026	Detroit
Summer (June), 2026	Detroit

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Wayne State University

CV/résumé

　　Statement of purpose: A guide to writing your personal statement for M.S. and Ph.D. applicants is included on the online application

　　Three letters of recommendation for M.S. and Ph.D. applicants: Two letters for M.A. applicants – must be submitted by the writer. Letters uploaded by applicant are not valid

　　Transcript or transcripts: Four-year bachelor's (plus transcripts from institutions of courses transferred to bachelor's, if applicable)

　　Applicants to our programs must have a firm grasp of general biological concepts and a GPA of at least 3.0

　　Although the university's minimum internet-based TOEFL for international applicants is 79/120, applicants admitted to our program should score 90/120 or better

　　We accept the IELTS as well. The university minimum is 6.5 and above

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

　　Book IELTS

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　　Practice and prepare

　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

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World ranking

　　501st / 1250

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