I've heard that statement or things to its effect more than once in circles like scientific blogger communities and even some of my professor, and would like to know what people out there really think.
I'm an undergraduate biochemistry student, certain that I want to pursue further graduate education, but not certain just how. Up until recently, I was under the impression that one would have to have a Master's degree in order to get into a PhD program, but have now learned that this isn't the case, since it's possible to head into a PhD program while only holding a BS (at least in some cases, right?).
I'm interested in the fields of molecular biology and genetic engineering. My main career aspiration is to work in the research of vectors for gene therapy. Would it make sense to pursue a Master's degree? Are there any disadvantages to continuing into a PhD program while skipping the Master's stage altogether?
Any insight into this is greatly appreciated, thank you!
2006-07-30
12:17:30
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murzun
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