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Overview
Furthermore, as part of your Musculoskeletal Sciences training at University of Oxford you will be exposed to a range of topics such as critical appraisal, epidemiology and medical statistics.
Features
- After a short induction period in Michaelmas term, during which some basic training is provided, you will start a research project in your supervisor’s unit.
- There are a wide range of projects that can be undertaken under this title, including projects on epidemiology, clinical trials, pathophysiology of various musculoskeletal disorders, bioengineering, cancer biology, stem cell and epigenetics, cartilage and tendon biology, among others.
Programme Structure
Research
- Your training will be tailored to your particular needs, drawing from the vast range of training available at Oxford and covering both specialist scientific methods and techniques and transferable skills.
- Please note that there is no formal taught component of the DPhil in Musculoskeletal Sciences.
- However, you will develop your research skills through a range of research training in your first year, including compulsory attendance at core subject lectures on a variety of topics such as an introduction to pathophysiology of musculoskeletal disorders, epidemiology, basic immunology, clinical trials and rehabilitation.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
More details
Applications may remain open after this deadline if places are still available
Language
English
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Oxford, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
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Other requirements
General 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 as a minimum, in biological sciences and/or related topics.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents34700 GBP / year≈ 34700 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents10470 GBP / year≈ 10470 GBP / year
Living costs
Oxford
United Kingdom
939 - 1530 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
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Black Academic Futures Scholarships
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Oxford-Linacre Pioneer Graduate Scholarship
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Oxford-Carolyn and Franco Gianturco Graduate Scholarship
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British Pakistani Academic Futures Scholarship
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British Bangladeshi Academic Futures Scholarship
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15 Apr 2027
China Oxford Scholarship Fund
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Oxford-EPA Cephalosporin Graduate Scholarship
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31 Jul 2027
Ellison Scholars
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1000 USD
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30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
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3500 USD
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15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
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19000 GBP
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28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
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4000 USD
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30 Jun 2027
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
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6000 USD
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31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
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1000 USD
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01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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10000 USD
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01 Jun 2027
The PhD Prep Fellowship
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1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
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22500 GBP
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Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
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1500 USD
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The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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12000 USD
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11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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5000 USD
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