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PostgraduateMaster of Philosophy

Health, Medicine and Society

University of Cambridge
Cambridge, England
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9 monthsDuration
£43,516Per Year (Intl)
£26,195Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MPhil Health, Medicine and Society at University of Cambridge is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Cambridge, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 9-month full-time structure. The MPhil in Health, Medicine and Society is a full-time 9 month course run jointly by the Departments of History and Philosophy of Science, Sociology and Social Anthropology. It introduces students from a range of backgrounds to research skills and specialist knowledge relevant to their research interests, and provides them with the opportunity to carry out focused research under close supervision by senior members of the University. Students will develop a critical and well-informed understanding of discourses of history, philosophy, sociology and anthropology of health and medicine, and ... A minimum ielts score of 7.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

History of Medicine and Disease
Philosophy of Science and Medical Knowledge
Sociology of Health and Illness
Medical Anthropology and Culture
Research Methods in Medical Humanities
Critical Approaches to Health Systems
Advanced Topics in Medicine and Society
Dissertation Research and Supervision
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementContinuing Students admitted for the MPhil can apply to continue as PhD students. Taught Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Department of History and Philosophy of Science This course is advertised in multiple departments. Similar Courses History and Philosophy of Science and Medicine MPhil History and Philosophy of Science PhD Social Anthropology MPhil Social Anthropological Research MPhil

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic7.57777

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£43,516

per year

Total Course Cost (9 months)£43,516

Home Student Fee

£26,195

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
15%Studying
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
85%Professional Jobs
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About University of Cambridge

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