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
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Disciplines
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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 Fee
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International
31480 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31480 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9500 GBP per year during 36 months.
Part-time study:
- Home: £4,750
- Overseas: £15,740
Living costs for Oxford
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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