Health Sciences
University of Oxford, United Kingdom
A research course for qualified doctors offering advanced training in oncology, with a lab-based project, seminars and skills development in cancer research.
Faculty: Medical Sciences Division | Department: Department of Oncology | Duration: 3 years | Intake: 4 October 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom
Students are based in a single research group undertaking a lab-based project, alongside seminars and skills development.
The DPhil in Cancer Science is a recent course (first entry 2020); postgraduate cancer research students historically follow a wide variety of careers.
A qualified doctor at any stage of training from foundation to higher specialist training (eligible for GMC registration), and a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in a relevant discipline such as biology, biochemistry or medicine. Entrance is expected to be very competitive. Normal US GPA 3.5 out of 4.0. International applicants: University standard English level (IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component, or equivalent). Application deadline: 12:00 midday UK time, 1 December 2026.
Domestic applicants: GBP 10,940 a year (2027/28). Annual course (tuition) fee as published; excludes accommodation and living costs. Source
International applicants: GBP 36,260 a year (2027/28). Annual course (tuition) fee as published; excludes accommodation and living costs. Source
Intake: 4 October 2027
Duration: 3 years full-time
Health Sciences
University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Oxford, United Kingdom
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