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PostgraduatePhD with Integrated Study

Medical Science

University of Cambridge
Cambridge, England
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3 yearsDuration
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Course Overview

Offered by University of Cambridge, the PhD Medical Science provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in medicine and dentistry. Based in Cambridge, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. The Cambridge Institute for Medical Research (CIMR) is one of the leading research institutions in the UK. The Institute’s mission is to determine the molecular mechanisms of disease in order to advance human health, and the working environment emphasises collaboration between basic and clinician scientists, meaning the students can learn from multiple different approaches to biomedical problems. There are 24 research groups working across three research themes (protein folding and quality control, membrane trafficking and organelle biology) and three disease areas where these fundamental p... 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

Molecular Mechanisms of Disease
Protein Folding and Quality Control
Membrane Trafficking and Organelle Biology
Advanced Research Methods in Biomedical Science
Rare Genetic Disease Pathogenesis
Neurological Disease Mechanisms
Intracellular Infection and Host-Pathogen Interactions
Research Communication and Public Engagement
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic7.57777

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Postgraduate Virtual Open Days - taking place in November each year, the Open Days focus on subject and course information. Funding Deadlines Course Funding Deadline Dec

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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

University of Cambridge offers Medical Science as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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