Doctor of Philosophy in Medical

As you explore medical schools with medical PhD programs, consider SGU’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program. Our medical PhD courses allow you to pursue a variety of clinical disciplines and research areas, combined with a rigorous medical education with global impact.
Capitalize on your drive for research and patient care with a medical PhD degree to advance medical science to pursue a career in clinical research or as a medical school instructor.
Choose from among four specialty areas for your PhD degree:
Medical PhD in Anatomical Education
Provides you with an academic anatomist perspective with training in clinical teaching methodology and practice.
Medical PhD in Anatomical Sciences
Deepen your training in clinical and anatomical research.
Medical PhD in Microbiology
Concentrate your studies in clinical microbiology, marine microbiology, parasitology, mycology, immunology, and virology.
Medical PhD in Physiology and Neuroscience
Gain in-depth knowledge in the spheres of physiology and neuroscience as a project-managing physician with specialized expertise.

North American Applicants

A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with a GPA of 3.0 and a strong science background

GRE tests are not required, but a strong GRE performance enhances an application

Candidates for the Microbiology MSc degree must have at least a 3.0 GPA in microbiology courses

Two letters of recommendation

Prior research experience is a benefit, but not a requirement

British Applicants

Applicants in the United Kingdom system must have a first- or second-class degree.

Two letters of recommendation

Candidates for the Microbiology MSc degree must have strong scores in microbiology courses

Prior research experience is a benefit, but not a requirement.

Other Models of Education

A Bachelor’s Degree, BSc or the equivalent with a strong science background

Two letters of recommendation

Candidates for the Microbiology MSc degree must have strong scores in microbiology courses

Prior research experience is a benefit, but not a requirement.