Overview

The Biological Science (Pharmacology) course from the University of Cambridge introduces students to research skills and specialist knowledge. Its main aims are:

To give students with relevant experience at a first-degree level the opportunity to carry out focussed research in the discipline under close supervision

To give students the opportunity to acquire or develop skills and expertise relevant to their research interests

In addition to the research training provided within the department, as part of the Graduate School of Life Sciences students will have access to courses to widen their experience and to enable them to acquire generic skills.

By the end of the programme, 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

Curriculum:

The MPhil is a 12-month full-time programme and involves minimal formal teaching: students are integrated into the research culture of the department by joining a research group.

Most research training is provided within the group structure and overseen by their research supervisor, but they are also expected to attend the department’s programme of research seminars and other graduate courses and such other skills training offered by the Graduate School as is relevant to their education.

Informal opportunities to develop research skills also exist through mentoring by fellow students and members of staff.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biology Pharmacy Pharmacology View 69 other Masters in Pharmacology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK II.i Honours Degree

Two academic references

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CV/resume

Evidence of competence in English

Statement of interest

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

41304 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

14136 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time:

National - £7,068
International - £20,652

Living costs

Cambridge

United Kingdom

846 - 1465 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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