MSc in Surgical Science and Practice

Course details

Please note that this course is currently delivered by Oxford Lifelong Learning in collaboration with Nuffield Department of Surgical Science. A department transfer for the course to be delivered solely by Nuffield Department of Surgical Science from 2026/27, is currently progressing through the approval processes within the University. If you have any queries regarding this please contact the course administrator at ssp@nds.ox.ac.uk.

Transform your practice, navigate change and join Oxford’s global healthcare network.

The MSc in Surgical Science and Practice is a two to four year part-time course designed for busy healthcare professionals across the globe. With equal emphasis on academic learning and practical application, you will learn how to develop and lead successful surgical and clinical units delivering safe, high-quality, reliable care. You will study in small, interactive classes alongside peers from around the world. The course centres on six week-long modules, taught in-person in the historic city of Oxford, while in your final year you will carry out a supervised research project on a topic of your choice

Please visit the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences web page for further details of the MSc in Surgical Science and Practice.

When to apply

Application deadlines

12:00 midday UK time on:

• Stage 1: Friday 14 November 2025 (Applications more likely to receive earlier decisions) 
• Stage 2: Wednesday 28 January 2026 (Latest deadline for most Oxford scholarships) 
• Stage 3: Tuesday 3 March 2026 

We strongly recommend that you apply as early as possible.  After the March deadline, the course will only stay open for that year's entry if places are still available. 

Remember that it can take a number of weeks to obtain all of the documents you need and prepare a competitive application. You should also allow your referees plenty of time to submit your references. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible.

How to apply

Applications for this course should be made online via the University of Oxford Graduate Admissions website. Please see the Application Guide for more information on how to apply.

If you would like to discuss the programme please contact the Course Administrator: ssp@nds.ox.ac.uk.

Help us to help you. If you submit your application early, the Graduate Admissions team will be able to let you know if any items are missing. Applications must have been fully completed by the relevant application deadline in order to be considered, so please ensure that you have gathered your supporting materials in advance and have given your referees plenty of time to prepare their references before the deadline. 

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a Microsoft Teams video interview.