how long does it take to get a doctoral degree in medicine
Courses. Full-time Ph.D. candidates typically take advanced courses during their first 2-3 years of study. The number of course credits required to get a Ph.D. may vary widely, depending on the university's semester or quarter schedule and the doctoral program.
1 How long does it take to get degrees in psychology? 2  Most bachelor's degree programs are designed as 4-year programs. 3  Most master's degree programs are designed to take 2-1/2 years. 4  Most doctoral degree programs are designed to take about 5 years (if you do not already have your master's degree).