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Population Health Sciences is no longer accepting new applications.
Apply using the Applicant Portal
The Apply Now button on the right will take you to the Applicant Portal. There, you can create and submit your application and supporting documents, and you can also request your references.
An application is only complete when:
- you have submitted your application and supporting documents via the Applicant Portal
- you have paid the application fee if applicable. For further information on application fees, and which courses require an application fee, see here.
- your referees have provided their references.
If you miss the deadlines specified in this section, you will not be able to submit your application.
Applicants should fully explore the MPhil PHS course website, including the advice for applicants, and make thorough use of the pre-application self-screening tool, before completing their application.
Selection Process
The assessment panel will be seeking assurance that the candidate has the experience, ability and commitment necessary to complete the MPhil course. The following criteria are used to consider applications:
- Class of first degree
- References from senior staff at the most recent university and/or place of employment
- Relevance of previous academic and work experience
- Candidate's responses to course specific questions, and statement of their reasons for wishing to take the course
- Reflection on your engagement with the pre-application self-screening tools
- Other supporting evidence, including an up-to-date curriculum vitae
All applications are considered in batches on a monthly basis (rolling admissions) and offers are made throughout the application period. As this is a popular course, we strongly recommend that you submit your completed application (including references) as early as possible.
Applicants should normally receive a response to their application within twelve weeks of applying.
Further information on How To Apply
Things You'll Need
In order to apply for this course you'll need to think about getting a few things ready before you apply.
- Two academic references
- Transcript
- CV/resume
- Evidence of competence in English
If required - you can check using our tool - Statement of interest (2500 characters)
- Relevant Experience (M)
- Maths and Stats experience
Gates Cambridge Scholarships
If you wish to be considered for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship you will also need to provide the following:
See Gates Cambridge for more information.
How to Find a Supervisor
Applicants do not need to decide on a dissertation topic nor identify a supervisor prior to starting the course.