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Cancer Biology (part-time) 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.
In addition to the application form, applicants must upload a personal statement, outlining why they are interested in the CRUK CC part-time MRes/PhD studentship.
The statement should be max 1000 words and include
1) What motivates you to choose this course? 2) Two research projects (see webpage link) you find interesting and tell us why? 3) Something about you and your life experience beyond your academic studies.
Selection Process
Applicants are considered as a gathered field, following the application closing date: 15th November 2022. Shortlisted candidates will be notified before the end of the year if required for the interview, with interviews being held during the week beginning 9th January 2023.
Applicants should complete the University’s online application form by the closing date, via the online Applicant Portal.
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 - Personal statement (upload)
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
Please see the following link for information about investigators.