DPhil in Molecular Cell Biology in Health and Disease
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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-10-06 | - |
| 2027-10-06 | - |
Program Overview
DPhil in Molecular Cell Biology in Health and Disease
The DPhil in Molecular Cell Biology in Health and Disease is a full-time, research-based course that explores topics like cell biology, stem cells, immunity, cancer, and genome stability through hands-on lab work. Students will spend up to four years in one of the department's many research groups, working on a project supervised by the group's principal investigator.
About the Course
The course is a full-time, research-based course. You will explore topics like cell biology, stem cells, immunity, cancer, and genome stability through hands-on lab work. You will spend up to four years in one of the department's many research groups, working on a project supervised by the group's principal investigator. Their research focuses on molecular and cell biology in health and disease.
Research Areas
Youll have the opportunity to undertake research within the specialised themes of this course, which include:
- Cancer and genome stability
- Cell and developmental biology
- Immunity and infection
- RNA and gene expression
Entry Requirements
As a minimum, applicants should hold or be predicted to achieve the following UK qualifications or their equivalent:
- A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in any subject relevant to the proposed research project However, entrance is very competitive and most successful applicants have a first-class degree or the equivalent.
Funding and Costs
For entry in the academic year, the collegiate University expects to offer over 1,100 full or partial graduate scholarships across a wide range of graduate courses. The fees for this course are charged on an annual basis.
- Home: ｣10,470
- Overseas: ｣34,700
College Preference
Students enrolled on this course will belong to both a department/faculty and a college. The following colleges accept students on the DPhil in Molecular Cell Biology in Health and Disease:
- Balliol College
- Brasenose College
- Christ Church
- Exeter College
- Green Templeton College
- Hertford College
- Jesus College
- Keble College
- Kellogg College
- Lady Margaret Hall
- Linacre College
- Lincoln College
- Magdalen College
- Merton College
- New College
- Oriel College
- The Queen's College
- Reuben College
- St Anne's College
- St Catherine's College
- St Cross College
- St Edmund Hall
- St Hilda's College
- St Hugh's College
- St John's College
- St Peter's College
- Somerville College
- Trinity College
- Wadham College
- Wolfson College
- Worcester College
- Wycliffe Hall
How to Apply
Before you begin an application, we recommend that you consult the Medical Sciences Graduate School's website to identify the most suitable course for your intended area of research. You should refer to the information below when completing the application form, paying attention to the specific requirements for the supporting documents.
Supervision
The allocation of graduate supervision for this course is the responsibility of the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology and it is not always possible to accommodate the preferences of incoming graduate students to work with a particular member of staff.
Assessment
There are two formal assessments that need to be passed before you are able to submit your DPhil Thesis.
- Transfer to DPhil status within four terms (about 15 months)
- Confirmation of DPhil status within three years
Graduate Destinations
The majority of graduates from the DPhil in Molecular Cell Biology in Health and Disease pursue research careers in academic institutions or industry. Graduates also pursue careers in management, consulting, law, teaching, scientific publishing, medical writing, and with science funding organisations and charities.