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Doctoral Studies: DPhil Programme Overview

These pages cover key details about our DPhil's, including the programme structure, current projects, research areas, funding opportunities and student resources. This overview provides prospective doctoral students further information on the rigorous academic training, independent research, and professional development central to the DPhil experience in the department.

DPhil Programmes

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Course information 

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Current DPhil projects

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Graduate research projects 2024 entry

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DPhil training programme

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Supervisors

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How to apply

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Postgraduate life

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