Overview

The main aim of this Radiobiology course from University of Oxford is to combine the principles of radiobiology at molecular and cellular level with their clinical applications, providing a thorough grounding in radiobiology for MSc students, who may go on to a research degree, to complete a medical degree, or into an industry role or allied profession.

Overview

The course is based on a series of overarching learning outcomes, which you will be able to demonstrate on completion of your studies:

Explain the underpinning physics which governs the interactions between ionising radiation and biological tissues
Critically analyse the effects of ionising radiation on DNA and the associated DNA damage response, with respect to their effects on cell survival
Critically appraise the irradiation response of cells and tissues, including the factors that modify this response, with respect to how this may affect clinical practice
Evaluate the relationship between the characteristics of the tumour microenvironment and the response of that tumour to irradiation
Critically discuss the risks associated with radiation exposure, at the whole body and population level, and precautions which can be taken to mitigate these risks
Critically appraise the use of novel external beam radiotherapy techniques for the treatment of cancer
Explain the rationale and mechanisms of action of common treatments used as alternatives to, or in combination with, external beam radiotherapy for the treatment of cancer
Explain and evaluate the research approaches used in applied and translational research within the field of radiobiology
Apply the scientific method to address research questions within the field of radiobiology

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physics of Radiation Interactions
Molecular Radiation Biology
Radiobiology of Cells and Tissues
Tumour Immuno-Microenvironment and Radiation Response
Hazards of Radiation
Clinical Radiation Oncology
Combination Therapies and Theranostics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-02 00:00:00

More details

If places are still available, applications may be accepted after 2 December.

Language

English

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110

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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110

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General requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in a biological or medical science subject.
For applicants from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.5 out of 4.0.
Peer-reviewed publications are not requirement for the course, but will be viewed positively
Students will be required to complete a DBS check and enhanced security screening for certain research projects. This is completed while on course and will not affect admission, but will affect the research projects available
Referees: Three overall, academic preferred
Official transcript(s)
Personal statement: A maximum of 1,000 words
CV or Résumé

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34120 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

14910 GBP / year

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Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 GBP / month

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Funding

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