NatSci GRADUATE PROGRAMS
SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY
School of Advanced Studies
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN
BIOLOGY
The curriculum of the regular Ph.D. Biology program is a continuation of the Master of Science in Biology program. A Ph.D. Biology student in the regular program is expected to have completed the requisite core courses during the master’s study.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the program, the Ph.D. Biology graduates should be able to:
1. Create new knowledge in chosen field/area of specialization;
2. Innovate actions in the implementation of existing environmental laws;
3. Perform relevant field and laboratory experiments ethically and independently;
4. Publish and present new biological information gained from one’s independent research;
5. Practice with zeal Christian values and act in accordance to professional, social, and ethical responsibility.
PROGRAM MAJORS
The Ph.D. Biology students may major in the following areas: Ecology, Systematics, Physiology, Genetics, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Microbiology
COMPETENCY STANDARDS
A holder of a Ph.D. in Biology should:
1. have the knowledge, skills, perspectives and understanding to be capable of self-directed quality scientific work;
2. demonstrate a general knowledge of mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry and all other fields in biological science, and an in-depth knowledge of his or her area of research;
3. be able to keep abreast with the major developments in his/her field of specialization;
4. demonstrate skill in designing experimental protocols and in conducting productive self-directed research; and
5. have acquired oral, written, and visual communication skills.