PhD in Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology
Duration: 5 Year(s)
Harvard Medical School (HMS), Boston
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Course TypePhD
Course Specialty
Speech Therapy
Overview
Harvard Medical School offers the PhD in Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology as a multidisciplinary doctoral program aimed at advancing research in communication sciences and disorders. The program brings together faculty experts from Harvard Medical School, affiliated hospitals, and research institutes to provide a collaborative research environment. Students receive training in neuroscience, auditory biology, speech processing, and biomedical technology development. The program includes laboratory rotations, advanced coursework, and independent research guided by leading scientists in the field. Students gain access to state-of-the-art research facilities and clinical collaborations that support innovation in hearing and speech healthcare. Harvard’s strong biomedical ecosystem allows students to work on translational research that bridges laboratory discoveries with clinical applications. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, biomedical research, medical technology development, and healthcare innovation.
Admission Intake
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Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
Students receive an annual stipend of approximately USD $51,000+ along with health insurance and academic support benefits during the program.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree with strong academic performance in a relevant scientific discipline
- Prior research experience related to neuroscience, speech, hearing, engineering, or biomedical sciences preferred
- Statement of Purpose and Personal Statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume
- English proficiency test (TOEFL/IELTS) if applicable
- Official academic transcripts
- Online application through the Harvard GSAS portal
Minimum Education
MSc BiologyMSc Speech & Language PathologyMSc NeuroscienceMSc PsychologyME Biomedical EngineeringBSc in Biomedical Engineering
Admission Process:
- Submit an online application through the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) application portal.
- Select the Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology PhD program.
- Upload academic transcripts, CV, Statement of Purpose, and recommendation letters.
- Provide English proficiency scores if required.
- Applications are reviewed by the admissions committee.
- Shortlisted applicants are invited for interviews with faculty members.
- Final admission decisions are communicated through the GSAS applicant portal.
