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MICR 812 Molecular Virology and Pathogenesis
This Virology course is aimed at graduate students who are pursuing a graduate degree in a biomedical field. It provides a contemporary understanding of how viruses are built, how they infect and replicate in host cells, how they spread and evolve, how they interact with host cells, how they eventually cause diseases, and how infection of a host can be prevented. Prerequisite: Introductory course work in cell and molecular biology, biochemistry and genetics.
Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology
http://catalog.ku.edu/medicine/microbiology-molecular-genetics-immunology/phd/
A Ph.D. is required for careers in independent academic research in microbiology and immunology. The Ph.D. degree is most often followed by two or more years of postdoctoral training in a specific area of research. Ph.D. graduates in microbiology, with appropriate postdoctoral experience, are ready to compete effectively for faculty positions at a college or university, senior level positions in biotech industry and government. The faculty in this program have diverse research interests ranging from the molecular pathogenesis of infectious agents (bacteria and viruses) to the understanding of immune function. Students with undergraduate degrees in microbiology, biochemistry or other similar disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Master of Science in Microbiology
http://catalog.ku.edu/medicine/microbiology-molecular-genetics-immunology/ma/
M.S. degrees may be earned with a major emphasis in bacteriology, virology or immunology. M.S. program is designed to prepare for a diverse workforce of scientists, teachers and administrators who fill the broad science and engineering employment needs of the private and government sectors. It may also lead to teaching positions at the secondary or junior college level.