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Qualification
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
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Location
University of Oxford
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
OCT
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
About the course: The DPhil in Paediatrics provides opportunities for study in a broad range of basic, translational and clinical science related to child health including major strengths in developmental immunology and haematology, infectious disease, vaccines, paediatric imaging and neuromuscular biology, mucosal immunology and gastroenterology. You will become part of a vibrant research community both within the department and in the wider University.You will develop generic research skills by making use of a range of research training and skills development offered by the medical sciences division, alongside direction by your supervisor in specific research methods in relation to your project. You are encouraged to develop a literature review in your first year and to attend courses in manuscript and thesis writing and in presentation skills. At the heart of the skills provision are regular group meetings and the annual departmental Research Day where you will present and develop your research ideas and proposals with the benefit of feedback and support from your peers. Assessment: Formal Assessment: of progress will be made at three points during the course. transfer of status, confirmation of status which traditionally takes place at the departmental annual research day held each summer and then final thesis examination. Graduate destinations: Alumni from the DPhil in Paediatrics include clinicians and scientists who have pursued diverse careers, now populating senior academic and clinical posts in universities around the world.
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University information
University of Oxford
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University League Table
2nd
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Campus address
University of Oxford, University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2JD, United Kingdom
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Subject ranking
2nd out of 40
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Entry standards
/ Max 241201 83%7th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 100100.0 100%1st
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.38 84%3rd
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