RESEARCH

PhD in Biological Sciences

ABOUT THE

Program

The program grants the title of Doctor in Biological Sciences, representing the highest level of doctoral training. The student must complete the program with a total of eight (8) academic semesters, with the support of professors and backed by academic resources, for the elaboration of his or her doctoral thesis and the attainment of his or her doctoral degree. The program defines the future graduate as an autonomous scientist, capable of generating new knowledge of high quality and impact, in line with what is established in the subject programs, the flexibility of the curriculum and the learning outcomes.

Qualified Registration: Resolution of the Ministry of National Education (MEN) No. 005288 dated April 7, 2022, with a validity of 7 years.

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DEGREE:

PhD in Biological Sciences

DURATION:

8 semesters

MODALITY:

On-site/In Spanish

LOCATION:

Bucaramanga

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APPLICANT

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Those interested in enrolling in the program should have an academic background in Biological Sciences or related areas, as well as the skills and proactivity to address both theoretical and practical problems. A strong commitment and interest in scientific and technological advancement and teamwork are essential. A desire to improve both personally and professionally and a commitment to contribute to the preservation of biological resources are also valued. In addition, it is necessary to have proficiency in a foreign language at least equivalent to level A2, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

GRADUATE

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An autonomous scientist possesses the ability to generate relevant and high-quality new knowledge with international impact. This capacity is reflected in their ability to pose research questions, carry out research projects and publish discoveries in the field of Biological Sciences.

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ACADEMIC

Curriculum

Code: 40329 Credits: 4 – Quantitative Biology

Code: 40330 Credits: 4 – Scientific Communication

Code: 40331 Credits: 4 – Good Scientific Practices

Code: 40332 Credits: 4 – Research Seminar

Code: 00000 Credits: 4 – Elective I

Code: 00000 Credits: 4 – Elective II

Code: 40333 Credits: 8 – Doctoral Thesis I

Code: 00000 Credits: 4 – Elective III

Code: 40334 Credits: 12 – Doctoral Thesis II

Code: 40335 Credits: 12 – Doctoral Thesis III

Code: 40335 Credits: 12 – Doctoral Thesis IV

Code: 40335 Credits: 12 – Doctoral Thesis V

Code: 40338 Credits: 12 – Doctoral Thesis VI

Code: 29065 Credits: 4 – Fundamentals of Genomics

Code: 29066 Credits: 4 – Analysis of Massive Sequencing Data in Organism Cells and Species

Code: 29074 Credits: 4 – Ecological Analysis of Biodiversity

Code: 29077 Credits: 4 – Landscape Ecology

Code: 29080 Credits: 4 – Animal Developmental Biology and Biodiversity

Code: 29081 Credits: 4 – Advanced Molecular Biology Techniques

Code: 29082 Credits: 4 – Plant Physiological Diversity and Global Change

Code: 40339 Credits: 4 – Mutagenesis and Photoprotection

Code: 40340 Credits: 4 – Microbial Resources

Code: 40341 Credits: 4 – Advanced Topics in Microbiology

Code: 40342 Credits: 4 – Fungal Biotechnology

Code: 40343 Credits: 4 – Applied Plant Genetics

Code: 29060 Credits: 4 – Aquatic Ecosystems

Code: 40344 Credits: 4 – Population Genomic Data Analysis

Code: 40352 Credits: 4 – Biogeography and Phylogeography

Code: 40345 Credits: 4 – Data Analysis Using Open-Source Software

Code: 40346 Credits: 4 – Population Genetics

Code: 40347 Credits: 4 – Advanced Topics in Cell Biology

Code: 40348 Credits: 4 – Ecological Restoration

Code: 40349 Credits: 4 – Plant Physiology under Environmental Stress and Global Change

Code: 40350 Credits: 4 – Evolutionary Theory

Code: 40351 Credits: 4 – Biological Collections for Diversity Studies

Code: 29078 Credits: 4 – Analysis of Historical Relationships

Code: 29072 Credits: 4 – Applied Hydrobiology

Code: 40353 Credits: 4 – Integrated Management of Aquatic Systems

Code: 29069 Credits: 4 – Floral Structure and Development in Angiosperms

Code: 29061 Credits: 4 – Morphology and Systematics of Vascular Plants

PROGRAM

Fees

Registration

0,5 SMMLV*

Tuition fee per semester

1 SMMLV*

Academic fee per semester

1 SMMLV*

* The SMMLV for 2025 is $1.423.500 Colombian pesos.

The university has a mechanism through which a student’s financial obligations can be partially or totally covered by a company or entity that wishes to support the student.

Also, various forms of payment have been arranged so that students can combine the available forms of payment according to their particular conditions. On the page “Start the registration process”, you will find the available options.

Additionally, to facilitate access to postgraduate programs, the UIS has signed various agreements with entities specialized in educational credit. These agreements seek facilities and better credit conditions for UIS students.

Students with a voting certificate from Colombia’s last popular election process may request a 10% discount on tuition fees.

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Dates

Second
Semester

2025

Bucaramanga

Registration opening

Registration payment closing

Registration closing

Entrance exam

Interview

February 25, 2025

July 7, 2025

July 9, 2025

July 14 to 18, 2025

July 21 to 22, 2025

Admission results

Enrollment payment

Enrollment

Classes start

July 24, 2025

July 14 to August 1, 2025

July 31 to August 6, 2025

August 11, 2025

REGISTRATION

Requirements

The documentation is received digitally by e-mail pgmanten@uis.edu.co in PDF format.

Note: By clicking on the “Inscripción” (Registration) button you will find the forms to fill out the documentation requested below.

UIS registration form duly completed and signed.
Resume, in the UIS format established institutionally for this purpose, with the attachment of certificates and copies of documents that corroborate what is described in it.
Copy of valid identity document valid in Colombia or valid passport for foreigners.
Recent document type photo, preferably in digital format, white background 3×4.

Copy of the diploma or copy of the undergraduate degree certificate required by the program, issued by an institution of higher education recognized in Colombia.

Note 1: If the applicant has a degree from a foreign university, it must be duly apostilled and translated into Spanish if it is in a foreign language. The degrees must be validated by the Ministry of National Education of the Republic.
Certificate of the grades obtained in the undergraduate program required by the program, including the weighted average.

Note 2: In the case of UIS undergraduate graduates, it is not necessary to provide this document.
Receipt of payment issued by the UIS treasury for the current value of the registration fee or receipt of consignment in the account authorized by the UIS.