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Qualification
MPhil - Master of Philosophy
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Location
University of Cambridge
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
05-JAN-25, 17-APR-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
The course introduces students to research skills and specialist knowledge. Its main aims are:
- to give students with relevant experience at a first-degree level the opportunity to carry out focused research in the discipline under close supervision; and
- to give students the opportunity to acquire or develop skills and expertise relevant to their research interests.
Assessment
Thesis
The MPhil in Medical Science is examined by thesis and viva. The thesis must be no longer than 20,000 words and must satisfy the examiners that the candidate can design and carry out an original investigation, assess and interpret the results obtained, and place the work in the wider perspective of the subject.
By the end of the programme, students will have:
- a comprehensive understanding of techniques, and a thorough knowledge of the literature, applicable to their own research;
- demonstrated originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field;
- shown abilities in the critical evaluation of current research and research techniques and methodologies;
- demonstrated some self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and acted autonomously in the planning and implementation of research.
Application deadline
24 April 2024, 02 October 2024, 15 January 2025
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 37,458per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
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Campus address
University of Cambridge, The Old Schools, Trinity Lane, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1TN, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
1st out of 36
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Entry standards
/ Max 247214 87%6th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 100100.0 100%1st
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.94 73%23rd