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An interdisciplinary four-year studentship joining two Loke Centre research groups to investigate placental biology, early development or maternal–fetal interactions.
Prepare for doctoral research in management through Cambridge Judge’s MRes/PhD route. Admission is highly selective. The School describes conditional scholarship support for admitted applicants who accept their offer within the stated period.
Investigate cognition and brain function through experimental psychology, neuropsychology, computational modelling or neuroimaging. Projects can involve new experiments or analysis of existing datasets, with emphasis on research design and clear communication.
Study advanced economic theory and methods while beginning to develop a research direction. This MPhil includes substantial coursework and prepares students for doctoral applications; completing it does not guarantee admission to a PhD. Cambridge classifies this course as taught; included for doctoral research preparation.
Learn computational genomics and data-science methods, then use them in a research project. Although the qualification is an MRes, Cambridge classifies this course as taught. Progression to a PhD is not automatic.
Build research skills in sensor design, sensing networks and data analysis, with applications in healthcare and sustainability. This standalone MRes combines science and engineering; progression to a PhD requires a separate application.
Explore photonic and electronic systems through taught modules and two individual research mini-projects. One project takes place at UCL. The programme balances teaching and research; check travel arrangements and costs before applying.
Develop an independent thesis on literature, culture or film within the department’s research areas. This route is designed for applicants who already know their intended research field and have experience of sustained independent writing.
Pursue a thesis in linguistics or language sciences, supported by research-methods training. The department’s work includes computational approaches, behavioural experiments and speech research. Applicants should discuss their topic with a potential supervisor before applying.
Undertake a research thesis in Middle Eastern studies. The route combines a defined research topic with the language knowledge needed to work with relevant material, offering preparation for further independent scholarship.
Develop a research project with a psychiatry group whose work aligns with your interests. The project is shaped during application discussions, with training in conducting and communicating research in the department’s scientific environment.