Overview

The interdisciplinary nature of Biophysics generates interaction among, and expands the boundaries of, traditional areas of science. Persons with strong training in biophysics can be expected to be major innovators and contributors in research and applied technology. Biophysics graduates pursue careers in academic, industrial, and government research, and in teaching and administration.

The Biophysics program at the University of Wisconsin Madison consists of 44 faculty members from 14 departments that span four colleges within the university. State-of-the-art facilities are available within the biophysics program for research in x-ray crystallography, nuclear magnetic-resonance spectroscopy, electron resonance spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy, microscopy and imaging, and computational chemistry. Graduate students in biophysics can choose from an expansive range of research topics including, but not limited to, biomolecular structure and function interactions, protein engineering and biotechnology, virus structure and function, enzyme catalysis and kinetics, membranes, neurochemistry, and electrophysiology.

Learning outcomes

Articulates, critiques, or elaborates the theories, research methods, and approaches to inquiry or schools of practice in the field of study.
Identifies sources and assembles evidence pertaining to questions or challenges in the field of study.
Understands the primary field of study in a historical, social or global context.
Selects and/or utilizes the most appropriate methodologies and practices.
Evaluates or synthesizes information pertaining to questions or challenges in the field of study.
Communicates clearly in ways appropriate to the field of study.
Recognizes and applies principles of ethical conduct.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biophysical Chemistry
Biophysical Spectroscopy
Mechanisms of Action of Vitamins and Minerals
Mathematical Methods for Systems Biology
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
Microscopy of Life
Selected Topics in Macromolecular and Biophysical Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Biology Biochemistry View 759 other Masters in Biochemistry in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate preparation for the Biophysics Program can vary widely and will be evaluated by the admissions committee on an individual basis. Most applicants have taken courses in general, organic, and physical chemistry; introductory physics; cell and/or molecular biology; calculus through differential equations; and computer sciences.
A resume or CV
A personal statement that discusses a candidate's reasoning for pursuing a biophysics degree
An official transcript of coursework from all undergraduate institutions attended
Three or more letters of recommendation
A report, if submitting, from the Educational Testing Service of scores received on the GRE General Test
A report, if appropriate, of scores received on the TOEFL English language proficiency exam or an appropriate alternative (IELTS, MELAB)

Tuition Fee

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International

25504 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25504 USD per year during 24 months.
National

25504 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25504 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

12176 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12176 USD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Madison

1015 - 1752 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

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