Medical Science (MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit)
Entry requirements
Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK 2:1 Honours Degree.
Months of entry
January, April, October
Course content
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.
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.
Information for international students
Language Requirement
IELTS (Academic)
Element Score
Listening 7.0
Writing 7.0
Reading 6.5
Speaking 7.0
Total 7.0
TOEFL Internet Score
Element Score
Listening 25
Writing 25
Reading 25
Speaking 25
Total 100
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).
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- PhD
- full time36-48 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Enquiries
- pap@mrc-mbu.cam.ac.uk