Master of Philosophy in Veterinary Science (Physiology, Development and Neuroscience) by thesis at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

The Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience (PDN) offers excellent opportunities and facilities for training in research, leading to the MPhil (Master of Philosophy) degree. Our one-year full-time (two years part-time) MPhil research programme leads to the MPhil in Veterinary Science degree. Students also attend relevant lectures and seminars and participate in skills development training activities organised by the department and the Postgraduate School of Life Sciences.

Faculty: School of Clinical Medicine | Department: Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience | 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

Students usually start their project in October and submit a thesis of not more than 20,000 words by the end of August. Full information on potential supervisors and research projects can be found on the Postgraduate Education page on the department website.

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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, 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 14,562 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: 12 months full-time; 2 years part-time

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

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