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When to apply

Applications for entry in 2025-26 are open.

The deadline for applications is 12:00 midday UK time on Tuesday 4th March 2025.

how to apply

1. Check the entry requirements.

Ensure that you have the right qualifications to apply by checking the ‘Entry requirements’ for DPhil or MSc by Research: DPhil in Women's and Reproductive Health | University of Oxford MSc by Research in Women's and Reproductive Health | University of Oxford

2. Find a supervisor.

You need to have a potential supervisor and research project before you submit your application. Use our ‘Find a Project’ and ‘Find a Supervisor’ pages to help you in your search. You should then contact potential supervisors directly.

3. Think about funding.

How are you going to fund your DPhil or MSc? You do not need to have confirmed funding before you apply, but it is a good idea to have some ideas. Check our ‘Fees and Funding’ page to find out how much it costs and opportunities for funding. Note the 3rd December 2024 deadline for the majority of Oxford scholarships.

4. Prepare and submit your application.

Check the "how to apply" section: DPhil in Women's and Reproductive Health | University of Oxford MSc by Research in Women's and Reproductive Health | University of Oxford. Submit online via the Graduate Application Form. Also see the University's application guide

5. Attend an interview.

If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview with the Graduate Studies Committee and your potential supervisor. This will be online (via MS Teams).

6. Submit originals of supporting documents.

Your offer may be subject to providing original documents to support academic or language conditions. Please submit these as soon as possible.

Finding a college

You may choose to specify a preferred college in your application, but this is no guarantee. You will be allocated a college once an offer of a place has been made by the department, and will be contacted by your college soon after that.