Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Sciences at the Department of Veterinary Medicine at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

The Department of Veterinary Medicine houses a wide range of skilled staff, facilities and equipment and has a wide clinical patient group to support students' research. It also has strong ties with world-class groups elsewhere in the University and its surrounding Research Institutes. We have particular Research strengths in Disease Dynamics, Infection and Immunity, and Systems Pathology.

Faculty: School of Clinical Medicine | Department: Department of Veterinary Medicine | Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-7 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: January 2027, April 2027, October 2027, January 2028, April 2028 | Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Many research projects are carried out primarily within the department, but some of your studies may occur elsewhere or abroad. A short report is also expected at the end of the second year, and students are expected to participate in departmental events such as Seminars, Journal clubs and Research Days. The thesis must be no longer than 60,000 words (or 80,000 by special permission of the Degree Committee).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a Good II.i Honours Degree. BSc/BA or master's degree in a relevant subject (usually a biological or clinical science, although some opportunities are suitable for mathematicians or computer scientists), or a degree in veterinary or clinical veterinary medicine. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall (Listening 7.0, Writing 7.0, Reading 6.5, Speaking 7.0). International applicants needing a visa require ATAS clearance after an offer.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,208 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 42,546 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: January 2027, April 2027, October 2027, January 2028, April 2028

Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-7 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/cvvtpdveb/apply

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