$49,170 /Yr
£39,336 /Yr
- Doctor of Philosophy in Surgery at the University of Cambridge is offered on a full-time basis for a duration of 3-4 Years.
- This is an on-campus and research-based degree program.
- This program is also offered on a part-time basis for a duration of 5-7 years.
- PhD students are typically science postgraduates, medical students combining clinical training, or clinically qualified doctors undertaking scientific training.
- The research areas of the program are:
- clinical transplantation
- organ preservation
- transplant immunology
- orthopedic research
- regenerative medicine
- urology and vascular research
- and covers basic biology through to clinical therapies.
- Students get specific research training relevant to their own project is provided in the laboratory in which they work.
- Students wishing to take a shorter course of research may apply for the MPhil in Medical Sciences, which is also examined by thesis and viva voce.
- Further training is provided within the Biomedical campus and elsewhere in the University and includes postgraduate workshops on research techniques, research seminars, and postgraduate student education seminars.
- Students will conduct their research with both University and NHS specialists in their field of study.
- Students should expect to receive regular supervision from their principal supervisor, and to attend regular lab meetings, both on a weekly basis.
- There may be an opportunity to participate in small-group teaching if this is relevant to the student's project. General small-group teaching may be available.
- Examination for the PhD degree involves the submission of a written thesis of not more than 60,000 words.
- This is followed by an oral examination based on both the thesis and a broader knowledge of the chosen area of research.
- All PhD students are required to undergo formal assessment (by written report and viva) at the end of their first year.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Easter 2025 Course Start Date | Apr 17, 2025 |
Lent 2025 Course Start Date | Jan 5, 2025 |
Lent 2025 Intake Application Deadline | |
Easter 2025 Intake Application Deadline | Jan 15, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $49170 (GBP 39336) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing | $18108 (GBP 14486) |
Total Cost | $18108 (GBP 14486) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a UK honors degree, or equivalent in a related field from a recognized institution.
- Students complete a master's degree from a recognized university.
- Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) or C1 Advanced-Grade A or B (with at least 193 in each individual element) plus a language center assessment.
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) or C2 Proficiency-Grade A, B, or C (with at least 200 in each individual element).
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they complete one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year bachelor's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a B.Sc/B.Com/B.A (3-4 year) degree from well-ranked institutions with an overall grade of 70% or CGPA 7.3+.
- Or, completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized university.
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOFEL, PTE, etc.
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Program | Important Date | Total Fees | Median Exams Score | Action |
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Easter 2025 Intake Application Deadline (15th Jan 2025) | USD 49,170 /Yr GBP 39,336 /Yr |
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Career and Placement after Course
The job opportunities after the courses are:
- Hospital Administration
- Medical Teacher/Professor
- Clinical Forensic Medical Examiner
- Medical / Pharmaceutical Researcher, etc.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Oxford and Cambridge Society of India (OCSI) Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Irene Hallinan Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 12,500/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeAwards | |
Gates Cambridge Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 25,000/Yr$20,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 1.3 L/Yr$100,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Robert S. McNamara Fellowship Program | Scholarship per student$ 56,110/Yr$44,888 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Commonwealth Professional Fellowship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based |
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Interested in the course? Kindly guide me for the same. Thank you.
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