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33 Master's degrees offered by the university
Mathematics
The Mathematics at the University of Oxford is exactly like a doctorate, but with a research project designed to take less time (normally two years, though it is possible to complete the requirements in a single year).
Neuroscience
The one year MSc in Neuroscience at the University of Oxford is interdisciplinary in content and completely inter-departmental in structure, since at least nine departments or research centres contribute to it each year.
Biology
The MSc by Research in Biology from University of Oxford is a research course focused on independent, original projects in areas like fieldwork, lab experiments, data analysis, or theoretical biology.
Financial Strategy
The Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Strategy from University of Oxford is designed to sharpen your strategic and financial toolkit and equip you with the advanced approach needed to effectively navigate new business scenarios and maximise value.
Mathematical and Computational Finance
The Mathematical and Computational Finance course at the University of Oxford provides you with a strong mathematical background with the skills necessary to apply your expertise to the solution of problems. You will develop skills to formulate mathematical problems that are based on the needs of the financial industry.
Nanotechnology for Medicine and Health Care
Nanotechnology for Medicine and Health Care from University of Oxford is an advanced modular master’s course, delivered by leading scientists and experts in this rapidly developing field. Offered by the Department of Engineering Science and the Department for Continuing Education, in collaboration with Begbroke Science Park.
Statistics
In the MSc by Research in Statistics at the University of Oxford, you will investigate a particular project in depth and write a thesis that makes a contribution to the field. You will acquire a wide range of research and transferable skills, as well as in-depth knowledge, understanding and expertise in your chosen field of research. You will become part of a vibrant community of researchers.
Mathematics and Foundations of Computer Science
The Mathematics and Foundations of Computer Science at the University of Oxford, run jointly by the Mathematical Institute and the Department of Computer Science, focuses on the interface between pure mathematics and theoretical computer science.
Pharmacology
The aim of the Pharmacology course at the University of Oxford is to provide students with the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical training that will enable them to integrate post-genomic molecular biology with biological function.
Pharmacology
The MSc by Research in Pharmacology at the University of Oxford is a full-time programme designed for those eager to delve into specialised research areas such as cell signalling and drug discovery. This degree, which typically spans 1 to 3 years, provides an opportunity for students to engage in advanced research under expert supervision.
Clinical Embryology
This one year, residential, taught MSc in Clinical Embryology at the University of Oxford provides graduate students, scientists and clinicians with highly advanced theoretical and practical understanding of human reproductive biology, embryology, infertility and assisted reproductive technology (ART) along with intensive ‘hands-on’ practical training in essential laboratory skills.
Theoretical and Computational Chemistry
The three primary activities in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry degree at the University of Oxford are development of new theory, implementation of methods as reliable software, and application of such methods to a host of challenges in chemical and related sciences. The MSc aims to train new research students to be able to deliver these outcomes.
International Wildlife Conservation Practice
The Recanati-Kaplan Centre Postgraduate Diploma in International Wildlife Conservation Practice at the University of Oxford is an eight-month, full-time course for early-career wildlife researchers.
Medical Physics with Radiobiology
The MSc in Medical Physics with Radiobiology at University of Oxford is a one-year, full-time course, designed for individuals interested in a careers in medical physics from either a clinical or academic research perspective, or in professions that require a knowledge of medical physics, such as radiation protection.
Nanotechnology
The Postgraduate Certificate in Nanotechnology at the University of Oxford offers a ten-month introduction to the subject for those seeking a thorough grounding in the science and application of nanotechnology.
Radiobiology
The MSc in Radiobiology from University of Oxford is a one-year, full-time course, designed for individuals interested in a career in academic research in radiobiology or radiation oncology, or in professions that require a knowledge of radiobiology.
Statistical Science
The Statistical Science offered at the University of Oxford is a nine-month taught course, running from October each academic year. It is similar to the MSc in Statistical Science but there is no dissertation. The course has a particular focus on modern computationally-intensive theory and methods.
Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing
This Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing one-year master's course at the University of Oxford provides training in the application of mathematics to a wide range of problems in science and technology. Emphasis is placed on the formulation of problems, on the analytical and numerical techniques for a solution and the computation of useful results.
Clinical and Therapeutic Neuroscience
The Clinical and Therapeutic Neuroscience course offered at the University of Oxford is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills of advanced technologies, to conceptualise and run research projects that develop and test novel psychotropic and neurological agents.
Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics
The MSc by Research in Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics at the University of Oxford provides students with a wide range of research topics within a large multi-disciplinary and world-renowned department, spanning a diverse spectrum of research areas from neuroscience, cardiac science, ion channels transporters and signalling, metabolism and endocrinology.