Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Sciences with specific Options:
- Option in Medical Parasitology
- Option in Medical Entomology and Vector Science
- Option in Medical Microbiology
- Optiion in Medical Immunology
- Option in Medical Biotechnology
- Option in Medical Genetics
- Option in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
- Option in Forensic Biology
- Option in Haematology
- Option in Cytology and histopathology
- Option in Pharmaceutical Science
About the Programme|
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in the Biomedical Sciences Programme in the School of Public Health and Community Development (SPHCD) is intended to impart specialized knowledge and skills in the applications of biomedical techniques used in investigating the functioning of the human body in health and disease and understanding mechanisms of disease transmission and control. These degree programs are designed for postgraduate students in relevant biological, physical, biomedical, and clinical sciences or with equivalent professional qualifications who wish to acquire an in-depth understanding of the specialized disciplines in Biomedical Sciences. The Ph.D. programme provides students with research training with a unique emphasis on human health and diseases. These courses are intended to create competencies in highly specialized biomedical fields and scientific attitudes relating to the general health of individuals, the community, and the public. The students in the programme have the flexibility to choose from among eleven curricular tracks and tailor their research thesis to each individual student’s area of specialization and interest.
Programme Requirement:
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Sciences programme:
1. Applicants must satisfy the minimum university entrance requirements.
2. Candidates holding a Master of Science degree in any of the basic life sciences from recognized institutions also qualify for admission.
Duration of the Programme
Duration for Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Sciences programme in the university is a minimum of three (3) academic years and a maximum of five (5) years for full-time registered students, and a minimum of four (4) years and a maximum of seven (7) years for part-time registered students.
Programme Structure
The program is offered by course work, examinations, supervised research, and thesis.
Course Structure
The first year of coursework is made up of two semesters. The candidate shall in the second year of study proceed to conduct the research. Proposal writing, Research, and thesis writing take four semesters. There are six set learner-directed Seminars and six Workshops aimed at providing students with hands-on experience of specific academic skills. Seminars and Workshops will be evaluated to monitor the pace and improve the quality of programme delivery. All Ph.D. students must attend ALL the scheduled Seminars and Workshops.
A student shall graduate after fulfilling all the course requirements as specified in the curriculum and other requirements as decided by the Maseno University senate.