Student Interviews
Becoming a Medical Physicist: My Route to the NHS Scientist Training Programme
28 April 2025
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.
Supporting Women in Nuclear Science: Salma Yousuf’s MSc Radiobiology Experience
12 February 2025
Salma Yousuf studied the MSc in Radiobiology in 2023-24, wanting to deepen her knowledge in the medical imaging field. Salma was awarded a scholarship from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), which aims to encourage young women to pursue a career in the nuclear field.
From MSc to DPhil: Studying Cancer Science at Oxford
29 January 2025
Ellena O'Keefe joined the first MSc Applied Cancer Science cohort in 2023-2024, having developed an interest in cancer treatment during her undergraduate research into chemotherapy-induced cardiotoxicity. Now pursuing a DPhil in Cardiovascular Medicine, she shares her experience of studying a master's at Oxford and how it shaped her research journey.
Studying MSc Precision Cancer Medicine as a Haematology Pharmacist
26 November 2024
Wen Yuen Lim reflects on her time studying MSc Precision Cancer Medicine at Oxford, sharing how the experience enhanced her expertise as a lead haematology pharmacist, and inspired her to push the boundaries of personalised cancer care.
Bridging Physics, Biology, and Clinical Practice: Zoe Wilson's MSc Journey in Medical Physics with Radiobiology
5 November 2024
Zoe Wilson applied to study MSc Medical Physics with Radiobiology after discovering an interest in medical imaging during her undergraduate degree. Zoe shares her experience of the course and how the expert-led teaching helped her to shape her research direction.
Discovering Radiobiology: Insights from 2023-24 MSc Course Prize Winner Alice Conner
31 October 2024
Alice Conner studied the MSc in Radiobiology in 2023-24, having completed a BMedSci in Physiology at the University of Sydney. Alice, who was awarded the Radiobiology course prize, shares insights on her experience of the programme and how it has informed her career path.
Balancing a Full-Time Research Career and Studying: Insights from an MSc Precision Cancer Medicine Graduate
30 October 2024
Sergey Dyshlovoy, Priv.-Doz., PhD, DSc, undertook the MSc in Precision Cancer Medicine in 2022-2024, alongside his full time role as a postdoctoral researcher and becoming a new parent.
MSc Precision Cancer Medicine: A Surgeon's Experience
28 October 2024
Ee Phui Kew, MBBS, MSc Precision Cancer Medicine (2022-2024) shares insights into the breadth of knowledge he gained from the course and its application in his clinical practice as a thoracic surgeon.
How Oxford’s MSc in Medical Physics with Radiobiology Shaped My Career Path
1 November 2024
Recent graduate George Petkov shares his experience of the MSc Medical Physics with Radiobiology programme and how the wide variety of topics covered helped to clarify his career aspirations.
Reflections from an MSc Radiobiology Graduate: From Physics to Cancer Science
17 October 2024
2023 graduate Claire Lewis shares her experience of the MSc Radiobiology programme and how it has paved the way for her journey into paediatric cancer research.
Reflections from an MSc Radiobiology Graduate: How Oxford Shaped My Career in Cancer Research
16 October 2024
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.
An Inside Look at the MSc in Applied Cancer Science
9 December 2024
Pablo Lopez Ribelles was part of the first MSc Applied Cancer Science cohort in 2023-2024, attracted to the cutting-edge curriculum and wealth of networking opportunities available at Oxford. Pablo shares his experience of the MSc Applied Cancer Science programme and how it helped to fuel his career aspirations.