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MSc by Research in Oncology at University of Oxford

University of Oxford, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A research course with lab-based training focusing on cancer biology, immunology, DNA damage and repair, epigenetics and therapy development, accepting students for one to three years, with most completing in a year.

Department: Department of Oncology  |  Duration: 1-3 years  |  Intake: 4 October 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course has no timetable of lectures; students carry out a research project and attend a range of courses and workshops to acquire research skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class UK honours degree (or equivalent) in a biological, medical, chemical, mathematical or physical science subject, as appropriate for the projects offered. Entrance is highly competitive and most successful applicants have a first-class degree or equivalent. Applications are accepted from both basic scientists and clinicians. US bachelor's degree applicants normally need a GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4.0 (most successful applicants 3.7 or higher). English language (international applicants, standard level): IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component; TOEFL iBT 100 overall with minimum Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24. Application deadline for 2027-28 entry: 12:00 UK time on 1 December 2026.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,940 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 36,260 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: 4 October 2027

Duration: 1-3 years full-time

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