Dr. Rafael Perera

Professor

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Biography

Rafael Perera is a Professor of Medical Statistics at the University of Oxford, within the Medical Sciences Division. He has extensive experience in supervising DPhil and MSc graduates and focuses on the management of multiple long-term health conditions, particularly the effects of extreme temperatures on health. His research program emphasizes methodologies for studying infectious diseases and complex interventions, as well as the epidemiology of conditions such as Chronic Kidney Disease and Hypertension. Rafael leads multiple research activities and is the Principal Investigator for significant NIHR-funded programmes aimed at improving health outcomes. He also holds prominent editorial roles, including Statistical Editor for the BMJ since 2011.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.