Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Toxicology

The Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences offers a wide variety of graduate opportunities in cancer biology and oncology; occupational and environmental health (i.e., industrial hygiene, ergonomics); health physics, radiation sciences (i.e., radiobiology, radioecology, radiochemistry) epidemiology and toxicology Each PhD student must acquire an in-depth knowledge in their selected area of specialization and closely related areas. Students must demonstrate to their Graduate Advisory Committee that the student possesses the knowledge, abilities, and skills essential to their chosen specialization. The student also must demonstrate a working knowledge of scientific disciplines that will enhance their ability to work in a diversity of settings, including research, academic, regulatory, and others. The PhD program consists of a minimum of 72 semester credits, with a maximum of 30 credits transferring from a master's degree from an accredited college or university. Additionally, presentation of their research must demonstrate that they have made a unique contribution to the field of their specialization.