University of Cambridge, Faculty of Biology Masters Degrees

The aim of the MPhil degree is to give candidates a grounding in modern biochemical and biomedical research techniques, practical experience of a year-long, full-time experimental research project, and skills in scientific communication through both oral presentations and writing. Read more

Modern genetics has today evolved beyond its traditional boundaries to become a fundamental part of biology and medicine. Read more

The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology occasionally takes on MPhil students providing they have their own funding. Before applying for this course, applicants must have the support of a group leader in the Laboratory. . Read more

The MPhil in Biological Science (Pathology) is a full-time one-year research programme. Students join an active biomedical research group and conduct an original research project. Read more

This is a one-year research programme which is assessed by a written dissertation and by an oral examination. It is suited to those who wish to pursue research at a level beyond that of an undergraduate degree and will give a good basic training in laboratory work. Read more

The Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience (PDN) offers excellent opportunities and facilities for training in research, leading to the MPhil (Master of Philosophy) degree. Read more

The Department of Plant Sciences is an outstanding University Centre for research in plant and microbial sciences. It offers unrivalled research and training opportunities in the following areas of plant and microbial science. Read more

The MPhil is one year of full-time research with an individual supervisor followed by examination of a research thesis in an oral examination. Read more

The Wellcome Sanger Institute occasionally takes on MPhil students providing they have their own fellowship funding. Before applying for this course, applicants must have the support of a faculty member at the Institute. . Read more

Zoology is a department that brings together researchers from a great diversity of disciplines, ranging from cell biology to field ecology. Read more

The course aims to select a cohort of students with the skills, motivation and ability to excel in order to create the next generation of scientific and business leaders in the therapeutics and healthcare sector. Read more