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MSc in Experimental and Translational Therapeutics at University of Oxford

University of Oxford, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A part-time MSc giving health professionals and industry graduates the scientific knowledge to understand how novel therapeutics are translated from target identification to clinical trials. It draws on Oxford research in experimental therapeutics and suits doctors, clinical pharmacologists, research fellows, pharmacists, nurses and pharmaceutical industry graduates.

Duration: 2-4 years part-time (normally 2-3 years)  |  Intake: 10 October 2027  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Six in-person core modules, including The Structure of Clinical Trials and Experimental Therapeutics and Drug Development, Pharmacokinetics and Imaging, plus a research dissertation building on the taught modules, normally supervised by an Oxford academic and optionally an employer-based mentor.

Career pathways

Graduates advance careers in the pharmaceutical industry (medical affairs, project management, pharmacovigilance), biotech (senior scientist, CEO, venture capital), medicine, academia and clinical trials; one or two per cohort usually go on to a doctorate.

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Entry requirements

Entry for 2027-28. A first-class or strong upper second-class UK undergraduate degree with honours in a biological or medical science subject, including pharmacy and nursing, or equivalent demonstrable understanding and competence through training; professional experience may substitute for a relevant degree (US GPA normally 3.6/4.0). Applicants should have practical research and/or development experience, usually in a medical science-based company or research facility, a good working knowledge of email, internet, word processing and Windows applications, and evidence of interest in experimental therapeutics and translational medicine, motivation and a clear understanding of the course benefits. Three references and supporting documents. No GRE or GMAT. English language (higher level, if first language is not English): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 with minimum Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24; C1 Advanced 191 overall and 185 per component; C2 Proficiency 191 overall and 185 per component; Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 overall and 155 per component. Test must have been taken no more than two years before course start. Application deadline: 12:00 midday UK time on 27 January 2027 (final deadline for Oxford scholarships; expected final deadline 2 March 2027).

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,460 a year (2027/28). Home annual course fee; fees are modular: a further GBP 3,075 per module applies and a minimum of two annual course fees is payable. Source

International applicants: GBP 10,130 a year (2027/28). Overseas annual course fee; a further GBP 3,075 per module applies and a minimum of two annual course fees is payable. Source

Intake: 10 October 2027

Duration: 2-4 years part-time

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