Master of Philosophy in Biological Science (Zoology) by thesis at University of Cambridge

The Department of Zoology has a vibrant community of around 80 postgraduate students. Postgraduate students are based in a research group but quickly become part of a wider community, with additional academic and pastoral support offered by faculty members beyond their immediate research group. We go the extra mile to ensure our postgraduate students are well-supported during their time with us by offering frequent cohort-building events and training opportunities for students, all overseen by a dedicated deputy Head of Department for Postgraduate Education.

Faculty: School of the Biological Sciences  |  Department: Department of Zoology  |  Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months 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

The MPhil degree is a one-year (if full-time) course of research, culminating in the submission of a thesis after 11 months, followed by a viva voce examination. There are no taught components to this course, but students can attend appropriate lectures and courses including training and transferable skills. Thesis / Dissertation The examination for the degree of Master of Philosophy consists of a thesis, of not more than 20,000 words in length, exclusive of tables, footnotes, bibliography, and appendices.

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