Overview
The MPhil in Biological Science (Physiology, Development and Neuroscience) offered by the University of Cambridge aims to:
- To give students with relevant experience at first-degree level the opportunity to carry out focussed 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.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the MPhil, 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 inquiry 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
Programme Structure
Teaching
- The course is exclusively by research. The project and supervisor are determined during the application process.
- Research training is provided within the group structure and overseen by the research supervisor. Opportunities to develop research skills also exist through mentoring by fellow students and members of staff.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology Neuroscience Physiology View 157 other Masters in Neuroscience in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK II.i Honours Degree
- Two academic references
- Transcript
- CV/resume
- Evidence of competence in English
- Research proposal
- Reasons for applying
Tuition Fee
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International
35673 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 35673 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9387 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9387 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Cambridge
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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