Graduate

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers two graduate PhD programs: the Biochemistry, Molecular and Structural Biology Graduate Program and the Chemistry Graduate Program. Students may apply to either program, but not both at the same time. Students can also choose to focus on one of the many interdisciplinary research areas. To find out more, please see below.

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Biochemistry, Molecular and Structural Biology (BMSB)

The Biochemistry, Molecular and Structural Biology (BMSB) Graduate Program at UCLA offers a long-standing tradition of excellence in research and PhD student training. Our faculty’s cutting-edge research programs span the broad areas of biochemistry and molecular biology, covering both traditional and modern disciplines. Our program is well suited for students interested in biological systems and molecules, particularly those who seek a detailed, mechanistic understanding of biological and biochemical phenomena.

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Chemistry

Students interested in pursuing a PhD program in Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials and Nanoscience, or Physical Chemistry, should apply to the Chemistry Graduate Program. UCLA Chemistry has a long history of successful and innovative chemistry research. Our basic research impacts and has far reaching consequences in the fields of medicine, energy, energy storage, electronics, and computer industry.

Prospective Students

Contact Information

For more information on either the Biochemistry, Molecular and Structural Biology (BMSB) Graduate Program or Chemistry graduate program, please e-mail ChemGrad@chem.ucla.edu or call (310) 825-3150.

BMSB PhD Program Program Overview and Detailed Degree Requirements

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Chemistry PhD Program Overview and Detailed Degree Requirements

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