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Department of Oncology

 
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Postgraduate Degree Courses in Oncology

We offer both PhD and MPhil postgraduate degree courses designed for highly motivated and talented students. Our applicants are typically recent postgraduates or final-year undergraduates who hold or expect to achieve at least a 2:1 class honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject from a world-leading university.
Our research spans from basic cancer biology and computational biology to translational research and clinical applications. With world-leading researchers and state-of-the-art facilities, we provide an excellent environment for groundbreaking research.
Postgraduate students are integral to the success of our research programmes. Studying with our department offers an exceptional opportunity to launch a research career in an environment dedicated to training the next generation of outstanding cancer research scientists.

Our Degree Programmes:

Please note: Prospective applicants must secure a postgraduate student supervisor before applying. Contact potential supervisors to:

  • Confirm if they are accepting students for your intended start year.
  • Ensure they have the resources to support your application.
  • Verify that their research interests align with yours.

Cancer Research UK Cambridge Centre

We also collaborate with the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Centre, which offers an MRes & PhD (1+3) programme in Cancer Biology. For full details, visit: