Curriculum

The field of immunology encompasses many broad areas related to basic science and medicine. A major strength of the Immunology Graduate Program resides in its large faculty of individuals whose research interests include innate immunity, immunology of infection, disease, mucosal immunology, tumor immunology and immunotherapy, genetics of immune response diversity, and clinical immunology. This offers students a broad-based education in all current immunologic concepts and techniques so they can become competitive for future opportunities.

During the first semester, students participate in the Core Curriculum of the Division of Basic Science and the Fundamentals of Immunology course. Students then have the opportunity to gain a broad-based scientific background in areas of modern biology. Students also have an opportunity to attend Journal Clubs, Works-In-Progress seminars, and the Excellence in Immunology seminars during their first semester and are required to attend once they join the Program.

After completing the Core Curriculum and joining the Immunology Graduate Program, a variety of courses are offered.

Degree Plan (.pdf)