In the programme, students will receive a world-leading research training experience in musculoskeletal and inflammatory diseases. Students participating in the scheme will be offered:
A choice of interdisciplinary cutting-edge research projects;
The opportunity to gain a working in-depth knowledge of the fundamentals of inflammatory and musculoskeletal diseases and patient care through advanced level seminars;
A world-renowned research environment that encourages the student’s originality and creativity in their research;
Opportunities to develop skills in making and testing hypotheses, in developing new theories, and in planning and conducting experiments; and
An environment in which to develop skills in written work, oral presentation and publishing the results of their research in high-profile scientific journals, through constructive feedback of written work and oral presentations.
PhD Program Requirements
Medical students currently at Oxford
Medical students currently at Oxford should have successfully completed the Pre-clinical Course (First BM) and hold or be predicted to achieve:
- A first class or strong upper second-class BA Honours in Medical Sciences.
Medical students who are currently undertaking a primary medical qualification within the UK (MBBS, MBChB or equivalent)
At entry (with the exception of Medical students currently at Oxford, see above), applicants should provide evidence of successful completion of at least the first two years of a primary medical qualification and should hold or be predicted to achieve the equivalent of the following UK qualifications:
- A first class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with Honours in a relevant discipline such as biology, biochemistry, or medicine.
Entrance is expected to be very competitive and it is anticipated that most successful applicants have a first-class degree or the equivalent.
Evidence of a prior experience in the area of research proposed is likely to advantage your application.
Prior publications are not required but may be considered an advantage in applying.
It would be expected that graduate applicants would be familiar with the recent published work of their proposed supervisor and have an understanding of the background to their proposed area of study.
A previous master’s degree is not required.
PhD Funding Coverage
All applicants who are offered a place on the DPhil in Inflammatory and Musculoskeletal Disease course will be offered a fully-funded scholarship, covering course fees for the duration of their course and a living stipend.
Application Requirement
1. Online Application
2. Official transcript(s): Your transcripts should give detailed information of the individual grades received in your university-level qualifications to date. You should only upload official documents issued by your institution and any transcript not in English should be accompanied by a certified translation.
3. Statement of purpose/ personal statement: You should provide a statement of your research interests, in English, describing how your background and research interests relate to the programme. If possible, please ensure that the word count is clearly displayed on the document.
4. GRE General Test scores: No Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or GMAT scores are sought.
5. English language proficiency: This course requires proficiency in English at the University’s higher level. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence that you meet this requirement.
Application Deadline
1 December 2024
Application Fee
An application fee of £75 is payable per course application.
