Plant Biology, PhD

Requirements for Students Matriculating in or before Academic Year 2023-2024. Learn more about Graduate College Academic Regulation 7.0.

Total Hours: 60 (Beyond the Master's Degree)

Required Courses
PBIO 5110Special Topics in Plant Biology (Professional Development)1
PBIO 6000Doctoral Research15
Two hours from:2
Plant Biology Seminar
Hours Subtotal18
Electives
Select 42 graduate credit hours at the 5000 level or higher from the following: BIOC, BIOL, CHEM, CS, ENVR, GENE, GEOG, GEOL, MATH, MICR, PBIO, PHYS, PLNT, NREM, STAT42
Comprehensive Exams Required
Hours Subtotal42
Total Hours60

 Total Hours: 90 (Beyond the Bachelor's Degree)

Required Courses
PBIO 5110Special Topics in Plant Biology (Professional Development)1
PBIO 6000Doctoral Research15
Two hours from:2
Plant Biology Seminar
Hours Subtotal18
Electives
Select 72 graduate credit hours at the 5000 level or higher from the following: BIOC, BIOL, CHEM, CS, ENVR, GENE, GEOG, GEOL, MATH, MICR, PBIO, PHYS, PLNT, NREM, STAT72
Comprehensive Exams Required
Hours Subtotal72
Total Hours90

Additional Plant Biology, PhD, Requirements

  • Minimum grade of "B" in all courses

Graduate College Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Requirements

Learn more about Graduate College 2023-2024 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree Program Requirements. Check the General Graduate College academic regulations for minimal GPA, language proficiency and other general requirements.