PhD in Medical Science (MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit)

    PhD in Medical Science (MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit)

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 81,275 / year(s)
    Next IntakeOctober 1, 2026

    PhD in Medical Science (MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit)

    About

    Research at the Medical Research Council - Mitochondrial Biology Unit (MBU) at the University of Cambridge aims to understand the fundamental biochemical and biological processes taking place in mitochondria, and the roles and integration of mitochondria within the cell. We aim to learn about the involvement of mitochondria and mitochondrial dysfunction in human diseases and to exploit our understanding and knowledge to develop new therapies to treat them.

    The MBU takes on talented students from around the world and our PhD in Medical Science degree is awarded by the University of Cambridge Degree Committee for Clinical Medicine.


    Continuing

    Those who wish to progress to a PhD after completing an MPhil will be required to satisfy their potential supervisor, Head of Department and the Faculty Degree Committee that they have the skills and ability to achieve the higher degree.


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    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK Good II.i Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country. University Minimum Academic Requirements Language Requirement

    IELTS (Academic)

    ElementScore
    Listening7.0
    Writing7.0
    Reading6.5
    Speaking7.0
    Total7.0

    TOEFL Internet Score

    ElementScore
    Listening25
    Writing25
    Reading25
    Speaking25
    Total100

    CAE

    Score: Grade A & B (overall score of 193, with no element lower than 185 plus a Language Centre assessment)

    CPE

    Score: Grade A, B, or C (with at least 200 with no element lower than 185).

    Visa Information If you are made an offer, an ATAS will be required in order to obtain a Visa. Do not apply for an ATAS unless you have been made an offer. A CAH3 code, which will be used to make your ATAS application, will be provided in your offer letter. What Is An ATAS?

    English Program Requirements

    Listening: 7.0, Writing: 7.0, Reading: 6.5, Speaking: 7.0, Total: 7.0, Listening: 25, Writing: 25, Reading: 25, Speaking: 25, Total: 100

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    81,275 / year(s)

    PhD in Medical Science (MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit)

    University of Cambridge

    University of Cambridge

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Cambridge