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Recent graduate Ian Chai shares his experience of the MSc Radiobiology programme at the University of Oxford's Department of Oncology and how it helped to fuel his career aspirations.

Blog posts

Alumni Day: MSc in Applied Cancer Science

What does life after the MSc in Applied Cancer Science look like? At a recent alumni event, former students returned to the Department of Oncology to share their personal journeys. Each speaker highlighted how the course shaped their thinking, opened new doors, and helped define their next steps, whether in cancer research, clinical trials, or entrepreneurial ventures.

Meet the Researcher: Aihan Zhang

Aihan Zhang, PhD, has recently joined the Department of Oncology as a postdoctoral researcher, studying cancer vaccines as part of the GO-PRECiSE Alliance (Pre-Cancer Intervention, Surveillance, and Exploration).

Why I Chose Oxford’s MSc in Medical Physics with Radiobiology—and Where It Took Me

Dunja Stojanovic studied the MSc in Medical Physics with Radiobiology in 2023, having been awarded a scholarship through the prestigious IAEA Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme. It helped her to deepen her scientific knowledge, develop advanced research skills, and build confidence in her career path.

Becoming a Medical Physicist: My Route to the NHS Scientist Training Programme

After discovering a passion for applying physics to medicine, Eve Charlesworth chose Oxford’s MSc programme as the next step toward a clinical career. Following the course, Eve successfully secured a place on the highly competitive NHS Scientist Training Programme, beginning her journey to becoming a registered clinical scientist.

Celebrating International Women's Day 2025

This International Women's Day, we're spotlighting some of the brilliant women in STEM at the Department of Oncology. From overcoming challenges to finding support and inspiring the next generation, these women share their journeys, insights, and advice.