National Institutes of Health Oxford/Cambridge Programme PhD
University of Cambridge
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Cambridge

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OCT-25

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3 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Cambridge

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OCT-25

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3 years

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This is a four-year PhD programme in collaboration with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) whereby students spend two years at Cambridge and two years at the NIH.This innovative programme was established in 2002. Its aim is to train outstanding students in biomedical research, taking advantage of the outstanding research environments. Students work on collaborative projects organised by co-supervisors at both Cambridge and the NIH, spending two years at each institution. Students have ...Read more

This is a four-year PhD programme in collaboration with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) whereby students spend two years at Cambridge and two years at the NIH.

This innovative programme was established in 2002. Its aim is to train outstanding students in biomedical research, taking advantage of the outstanding research environments. Students work on collaborative projects organised by co-supervisors at both Cambridge and the NIH, spending two years at each institution. Students have access to all NIH facilities and are paid by the NIH. The PhD is awarded by the University of Cambridge.

Learning Outcomes

Students develop a collaborative PhD research project, guided by their Cambridge supervisors and by the NIH mentor. At the end of their PhD course, students should: Have a thorough knowledge of the literature and a comprehensive understanding of scientific methods and techniques applicable to their own research; Be able to demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field; Have developed the ability to critically evaluate current research and research techniques and methodologies; Have self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems; Be able to act autonomously in the planning and implementation of research; and Have gained oral presentation and scientific writing skills.

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Entry requirements

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

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£9,858 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

University Composition Fee: £9,858; Maintenance: £18,625.

£37,458 per year

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University Composition Fee: £37,458; Maintenance: £18,625.

£37,458 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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University Composition Fee: £37,458; Maintenance: £18,625.

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University of Cambridge
The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB2 1TN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Cambridge  0.6 miles away

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