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Biochemistry and Biophysics
About the Program
Brandeis University's Graduate Program in Biochemistry and Biophysics offers advanced education in the principles and practice of macromolecular chemistry, mechanism, and structure. All aspects of this program are aimed at the question: how do macromolecules work? How do proteins, membranes, nucleic acids, membrane assemblies, and high-order complexes of these enormous molecules use physical-chemical principles to act in the varied contexts that underlie biological function? Faculty participating in this program share the conviction that the coherent operation of living cells, and its disruption in disease, is ultimately understandable in terms of the chemistry and physics of biological macromolecules.
Degree Options
Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Biophysics
M.S. in Biochemistry and Biophysics
Courses and Completion Requirements
Visit the Course Catalog for the most updated course listings, course descriptions, and degree requirements.
Faculty
We encourage you to explore one of the department’s greatest assets through our faculty pages. Learn more about the people who will help guide you along your graduate school path.
Additional Resources
Student Services: At Brandeis, you will become part of a community that is strengthened by life both within and outside of the classroom and laboratory walls. Please visit Student Services to see the array of University resources, events, and programming for graduate students, including our Graduate Student Services Center, Off-Campus Housing, Health Insurance, English as a Second Language (ESL) program, Disability Resources, Counseling Center, Career Services, and the Graduate Student Association.
Admission Information
Admission Semester:
Fall only
Application Deadlines:
Ph.D.: Jan. 15
M.S.: Rolling until the class is filled, beginning January 15.
Admission Requirements:
- An application to the graduate school, which can be electronically submitted here;
- An application fee;
- Official transcripts from all universities and colleges attended; applicants must provide a final transcript indicating successful completion of an undergraduate degree program before registration;
- Three letters of recommendation, which the admissions committee prefers to be submitted online;
- A curriculum vitae (CV) or resumé;
- A statement of purpose indicating your reasons for undertaking graduate study. In addition, please describe your qualifications for the academic program and your objectives in undertaking this program. Also, please outline your research interests and how they would complement those of our faculty.
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) required. Our ETS institution code is 3092.
International students: For additional requirements for international applicants (non-U.S. citizens or non-permanent residents), minimum TOEFL and IELTS scores, and important information regarding visas, please visit our international page.
Visit our "apply" page for a more comprehensive description of application requirements.
Financial Aid
Generous financial aid is available; visit our financial aid page for more information.