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Postgraduate Study

Teaching

This is a research degree. Students must satisfactorily attend and participate in the Departmental Research Methods training modules, as prescribed by the Degree Committee.

One to one supervision

The University of Cambridge publishes an annual Code of Practice which sets out the University’s expectations regarding supervision.

Taught/Research Balance
Entirely Research

Feedback

Supervisors provide formal feedback on progress via the Postgraduate Feedback and Reporting System (termly reports) and more informally through face-to-face meetings or by email.

Assessment

Thesis / Dissertation

A thesis of 30,000 words and an oral examination.

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Key Information


Michaelmas 2027
Applications open
Sep. 9, 2026
Application deadline
Jan. 26, 2027
Course starts
Oct. 1, 2027
Some courses can close early. See the Deadlines page for guidance on when to apply.
Funding Deadlines
Course Funding Deadline
Dec. 8, 2026
Gates Cambridge US round only
Oct. 14, 2026

These deadlines apply to applications for courses starting in Michaelmas 2027, Lent 2028 and Easter 2028.

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