Ph.D. Program
Clemson has one of the oldest bioengineering programs in the world and is widely recognized as a pioneer in the biomaterials field. The department has ongoing collaborations with the University of South Carolina, Medical University of South Carolina, Greenville Hospital System, Emory University and Carolinas Medical Center.
The comprehensive graduate education leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree is envisioned to provide the student with knowledge of their field of specialization and a mastery of both associated fields and translational research. This educational strategy will prepare the student to initiate and participate in research projects developed in industry and academia.
During the first two semesters, all newly admitted students meet with their faculty advisor and elect a specialization track (declared in the Track Form). The student's thesis committee will be selected, and the Plan of Study (GS2 form) will be developed. Five major tracks reflect the research interests of the Bioengineering Department.
Research Interest
- Biomaterials
- Bioelectrical
- Biomechanics
- Regenerative Medicine
- Cellular and Molecular Technologies
Specialty courses are taught in the departments of Genetics and Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, and Animal and Veterinary Science.
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Degree Requirements
Requirements
Doctoral degree candidates must provide evidence of their potential success in advanced graduate study. The selection of courses for the doctoral degree is flexible and depends on the background and objectives of each candidate. Course requirements will vary depending on past education.
A qualifying examination and a proposal defense must be passed before a student is accepted officially as a Ph.D. candidate. The qualifying examination is an oral exam covering the student's area of concentration and specific research field. The proposal defense part of the comprehensive examination involves the oral presentation and defense of the student's proposed research before their selected research committee.
Ph.D. students with a B.S. Degree
24 credit hours of coursework (minimum)
- BIOE 8000 - Seminar in Bioengineering Research (1-3 Credits)
- BIOE 8160 - Bioengineering Career Professional Development (3 Credits)
- BIOE 8460 - Biomedical Basis for Engineered Replacement (3 Credits)
- STAT 8010 - Statistical Methods I (3 Credits)
- Technical Courses (3 Credits)
- Elective Courses (9 Credits)
36 credit hours of BIOE 9910 - Doctoral Dissertation Research (minimum)
60 credits minimum beyond the bachelor's degree
Ph.D. students with an M.S. Degree
Applicants who have already completed an M.S. degree may apply up to 24 credit hours towards the Ph.D.. Transfer of credits will be approved based on demonstrated equivalent course content and bioengineering context and satisfactory student performance in the transferred course (minimum of “B” grade or higher required). All transfer courses must also be approved by the Graduate School.
36 credits minimum beyond the master's degree
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Applying to the Ph.D. Program
Required Documents
- Online Application
- Unofficial Transcripts - Official Transcripts required upon acceptance. Do not send official transcripts until you have received your letter of acceptance.
- Letters of Recommendation
The GRE is not required for Ph.D. applications, but you may include scores if you believe it will strengthen your application.
How to Apply
Students interested in applying to the BIOE doctoral program must be accepted to the Clemson University Graduate School. Application information and forms can be found on the Graduate School website. International students are welcome to apply and must meet Graduate School requirements for TOEFL and GRE scores.
Additional information concerning deadlines and program contacts can be found in the Bioengineering Graduate Handbook.
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