Master of Philosophy in Medical Science (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) at University of Cambridge

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology has two broad areas of research activity. The first covers the use of large population sample and data sets to identify key predictive features associated with human pregnancy, such as intrauterine growth restriction, preterm labour and perinatal death. The second major area focuses on the cellular and molecular aspects of the growth of the placenta and its interaction with the endometrium.

Faculty: School of Clinical Medicine  |  Department: Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology  |  Duration: 12 months full-time; 2 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

The aim of the MPhil is to carry out a research project which contributes new knowledge to the field. Thesis / Dissertation Examination for the MPhil degree involves submission of a written thesis of not more than 20,000 words in length, exclusive of tables, footnotes, bibliography and appendices.

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