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The Department of Haematology is located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. Research in the department falls into three main areas with major relevance for human disease: The Haematopoiesis and Blood Cancer Group, the Structural Medicine and Thrombosis Group, and the Transfusion Medicine Group.
Those Haematology research groups belonging to the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute moved into a brand new purpose-built facility on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus in 2019. The other Haematology groups are based at the Cambridge Institute for Medical Research, the NHS Cambridge Blood Centre and the Sanger Institute. More information can be found here.
The department offers this PhD programme of research under the individual supervision of a Principal Investigator based in the Department of Haematology. A full list of Haematology Principal Investigators can be found on the department's website.
During their PhD, students are based in a research group, supported by their Principal Supervisor and the Department Postgraduate Education Committee and Postgraduate Student Committee. There is no taught or examined coursework, but students are encouraged to attend all seminars/events run within the department and elsewhere on the Biomedical Campus.
PhD students write a thesis, which is examined via an oral examination.
We welcome applications from postgraduates wanting to work towards a PhD in any of the labs belonging to the Department of Haematology. Successful applicants must meet the University's minimum academic admissions criteria. Applicants are required to contact potential supervisors before submitting an application to discuss their application and funding possibilities. A list of Haematology Principal Investigators can be found on the Department of Haematology website.
The PhD introduces students to research skills and specialist knowledge. Its main aims are:
- to give students with relevant experience at a first-degree level the opportunity to carry out focused research in the discipline under close supervision
- to give students the opportunity to acquire or develop skills and expertise relevant to their research interests
Learning Outcomes
At the end of their PhD, students should:
- have a thorough knowledge of the literature and a comprehensive understanding of scientific methods and techniques applicable to their own research
- be able to demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field
- have developed the ability to critically evaluate current research and research techniques and methodologies
- have self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems
- be able to act autonomously in the planning and implementation of research
- have gained oral presentation and scientific writing skills
Continuing
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.
Further information for continuing students can be seen here.
Open Days
The University hosts and attends fairs and events throughout the year, in the UK and across the world. We also offer online events to help you explore your options:
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Discover Cambridge: Master’s and PhD study webinars - these Spring events provide practical information about applying for postgraduate study.
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Postgraduate Virtual Open Days - taking place in November each year, the Open Days focus on subject and course information.
For more information about upcoming events visit our events pages.