Graduate Program in Molecular Biophysics . The core curriculum includes courses covering cell and molecular biology, structure and function of enzymes, and biophysical characterization of macromolecules. Students are expected to have training in biochemistry and, depending on their interests, physical chemistry prior to entering the program.
Additional training is available in areas ranging from quantum mechanics to immunology.
Programs of study are tailored to the need of individual students. In addition to the formal courses, students actively participate in seminar programs in biochemistry, physical chemistry or molecular biology. Most of the formal coursework necessary for a degree can be completed in the first two years. Students complete their preliminary examination in their major field of study at the end of their second year. The University requires that the degree be completed within five calendar years from the time the student gains admittance to candidacy by passing the preliminary exam.