PhD in Human Genetics Program By Universidad de Guadalajara (UDG) |Top Universities

Program overview

Main Subject

Genetics

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Doctorate in Human Genetics (DGH) is aimed at training researchers, fostering their critical capacity and the development of technical and intellectual skills that a future doctor requires, which is in accordance with the dynamics of growth and development of Mexico that requires the consolidation of research as a permanent task of higher education institutions.
Human Genetics studies the physical-chemical-biological characteristics of the hereditary material of our species, the mechanisms of pathological transmission and the phenotypic effects of its variations. This is one of the areas of greatest development within biomedical sciences, since technological advances have deepened the knowledge of Classical Genetics, Cytogenetics, Molecular Genetics, Genomics, Population Genetics, Medical Genetics and Genetic Counseling, which has facilitated its application in medicine. The lines of research developed by the researchers who participate in the DGH are in accordance with the different areas of Human Genetics mentioned above.
The DGH has a long history in Human Resources Training at the University of Guadalajara, based on the quality of its teaching staff, lines of research, infrastructure, as well as the incorporation of its graduates to various institutions. research and/or higher education. Since its foundation, the DGH belongs to CONACYT's National Quality Postgraduate Program, which demonstrates the quality it has maintained in the training of Human Resources and its relevance for the growth and development of our University, our region and the country.

Program overview

Main Subject

Genetics

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Doctorate in Human Genetics (DGH) is aimed at training researchers, fostering their critical capacity and the development of technical and intellectual skills that a future doctor requires, which is in accordance with the dynamics of growth and development of Mexico that requires the consolidation of research as a permanent task of higher education institutions.
Human Genetics studies the physical-chemical-biological characteristics of the hereditary material of our species, the mechanisms of pathological transmission and the phenotypic effects of its variations. This is one of the areas of greatest development within biomedical sciences, since technological advances have deepened the knowledge of Classical Genetics, Cytogenetics, Molecular Genetics, Genomics, Population Genetics, Medical Genetics and Genetic Counseling, which has facilitated its application in medicine. The lines of research developed by the researchers who participate in the DGH are in accordance with the different areas of Human Genetics mentioned above.
The DGH has a long history in Human Resources Training at the University of Guadalajara, based on the quality of its teaching staff, lines of research, infrastructure, as well as the incorporation of its graduates to various institutions. research and/or higher education. Since its foundation, the DGH belongs to CONACYT's National Quality Postgraduate Program, which demonstrates the quality it has maintained in the training of Human Resources and its relevance for the growth and development of our University, our region and the country.

Undergraduate

TOEFL

42+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

140+

IELTS

4+

PTE Academic

43+

Bachelor's degree or certificate of qualification examination and proof of completion of social service of the degree, of the careers of Surgeon and midwife, biologist, pharmaceutical chemist, biologist, chemical biologist parasitologist, biochemist, nutritionist, dentist or other career related to the biomedicine area; this document must be issued or recognized by the University of Guadalajara.
Minimum general average of 80.
If you come from a foreign university, the equivalent average should be considered, endorsed by the program's Academic Board.
Proof document of the English language level B1 in accordance with the common European framework.
Letter of reasons for admission to the doctorate.
Full-time dedication commitment letter.
Psychometric evaluation (skills and stress management).
Obtain a minimum global grade of 80 as a result of the selection process that includes: Knowledge exam of the area with passing grade; Presentation of a topic in the field of human genetics, designated by the Academic Board, to assess your ability for synthesis and abstract thinking; Interview by an ad hoc committee to find out their interest, skills and attitudes towards research; Evaluation of your resume; Approve the other requirements published in the respective call.

Program Duration

5 Years

Starting Month(s)

Jan

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