Medical Science — MRC Epidemiology Unit

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 26.2 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 49.1 k / Year(s) Deadline: Jun 30, 2025
6 place StudyQA ranking:3500 Duration:1 year

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This one year research degree will provide training and experience in a specific Epidemiology or Public Health research project.  In addition students will be given training in generic Epidemiology or Public Health research  skills as well as core transferable skills.


Continuing

Transfer from MPhil to PhD is possible although it is not automatic. All cases are judged on their own merits based on a number of factors including: evidence of progress and research potential; a sound PhD research proposal; the availability of a suitable supervisor, full funding and resources required for the research; and acceptance by the Head of Department and the Degree Committee. The time spent on MPhil research is then counted towards the first probationary year of the PhD. If your intention is to apply to continue to the PhD after completion of the MPhil, it is essential that you pass the MPhil.

This MPhil is a supervised, 1-year, laboratory-based research course, with each student conducting their MPhil project under the direction of their Principal Supervisor. The course is entirely by research. 

   
One to one supervision

The Director of Graduate Education will set out expectations for the frequency of your supervision.  This will include expectations for formal  opportunities for you to gain feedback on your work and progress.  Most students have regular weekly/fortnightly supervision meeting but the frequency of supervision may vary according to the research project and the stage of the study.

Feedback

Students should expect to receive regular feedback on their progress during research and writing-up of the MPhil thesis from their Principal Supervisor. Termly progress reports are made by the Supervisor and uploaded on an online reporting syystem which is accessible to students. 

Assessment

Thesis

The MPhil in Medical Science is examined by dissertation and viva. The dissertation must be no longer than 20,000 words and must satisfy the examiners that the candidate can design and carry out an original investigation, assess and interpret the results obtained, and place the work in the wider perspective of the subject.

  • Magistr (Master's Degree) at Pass level. Diploma Specialista (completed post-1991) with a minimum overall grade of good or 4/5 Bachelor's from Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology and other prestigious institutions with an overall grade of 4/5 Bologna Bachelor's from other institutions with an overall grade of 5/5, Excellent
  • Diploma Specialista (completed post-1991) with a minimum overall grade of Excellent or 5/5 Bachelor's from Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology and other prestigious institutions with an overall grade of 5/5
  • IELTS (Academic) 7.0
  • TOEFL Internet Score 100
  • £50 application fee
  • First Academic Reference
  • Second Academic Reference
  • Transcript
  • CV/Resumé 
  • Covering Letter. Covering letter outlining the research topics that you would like to persue
  • Personal Reference. 

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Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

  • ✔️ Flexible study schedule
  • ✔️ Experienced teachers
  • ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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