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Learning Outcomes

The Immunology doctoral program offers instruction and research opportunities leading to a PhD in Immunology. Two tracks are offered:

  • Track 1: Molecular, Cellular, and Translational Immunology

  • Track 2: Computational and Systems Immunology

The PhD program in Immunology aims to develop investigators with a strong foundation in immunology and related sciences to carry out innovative research. The program features a flexible choice of courses and seminars combined with extensive research training in the laboratories of participating Immunology faculty. Specifically, immunology graduate students:

  • Acquire a fundamental, broad, and comprehensive body of knowledge and skills through an extensive curriculum

  • Identify critical scientific questions, design, and conduct experiments using the most appropriate methods

  • Read and critically analyze current literature in immunology and other relevant fields

  • Present research findings and communicate ideas effectively to a variety of audiences

  • Prepare manuscripts that will be published in leading journals

  • Learn to teach effectively