Curious about studying MPhil in Biological Science (Sanger Institute) by thesisat University of Cambridge? We've gathered all the key details—entry requirements, modules, fees, and more. Hear from real students by checking out reviews, or take the next step by booking an open day to explore it for yourself.
MPhil - Master of Philosophy
University of Cambridge
Full Time
Apr 2027
12 Month
The Wellcome Sanger Institute occasionally takes on research MPhil students, provided they have the support of a faculty member. Students should contact faculty members directly to obtain support. For information on our faculty members’ research interests, please visit the Potential Supervisors page on the Sanger Institute website. This is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time research MPhil that starts in October. Assessment is by submission of a thesis and an oral examination. Please note that part-time study may not be viable, depending on the project, and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you are considering part-time study, please get in touch with the Sanger Institute Postgraduate Office (gradoffice@sanger.ac.uk) to discuss this option before applying for this study mode. The MPhil aims to provide research opportunities in the field of genomics that reflect the unique nature of Sanger Institute science, with an emphasis on large-scale, high-throughput approaches and the development of a blend of wet-lab and computational skills. The Institute also aims to provide students with general research and transferable skills training in addition to training in their specific research area. Applicants will often have a bioscience background, but applicants with a computational or mathematical background are also strongly encouraged to apply.
4.3
