About the course

Pathobiology is the study of disease (pathology), with more emphasis on the biologic rather than the medical aspects of the field. It stands at the interface between medicine (the diagnosis and treatment of disease) and biology, and therefore expands our understanding of disease processes and translates that understanding into better disease diagnosis and treatment. Because of its nature, a research-based graduate program in Pathobiology and Translational Science fits naturally into the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, and compliments the clinical divisions of the department.

　　The Pathobiology and Translational Science program offers outstanding graduate level training in the mechanisms of disease and translational research, leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Pathology. Experimental pathologists apply methods of cellular and molecular biology to study interactions of etiologic agents with cellular macromolecules. They are interested in how these interactions lead to the expression of disease at the molecular, cellular, tissue, and organismic levels, and how this knowledge can be applied to advance patient healthcare. Training in Pathobiology and Translational Science provides the biological background and opportunity for development of basic and translational research in areas at the forefront of medicine. Our program emphasizes the inquiry into human disease processes by using a multilevel approach to research and state-of-the-art techniques. Graduates of this training program fill positions within academia, industry, and government that are concerned with human health, and the cause and prevention of human illness. 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: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$115,376

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Chapel Hill
Fall (August), 2025	Chapel Hill

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

One unofficial transcript from each university attended must be uploaded within the application.

　　The email addresses of three recommenders are required within the application for electronic submission.

　　Three current letters of recommendation from persons qualified to evaluate your academic and professional qualifications are required.

　　Statement of purpose

　　a bachelor's degree (based on a four-year curriculum) completed before graduate study begins or its international equivalent with an accredited institution

　　an average grade of B (cumulative GPA 3.0) or better

　　The internet-based TOEFL exam = 90

　　The IELTS exam = 7

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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