Work in state-of-the-art facilities and gain in-depth understanding of modern cancer biology, while working towards a career that will make a difference.
Examine the processes underlying the development of malignancy.
Develop applied research techniques using state-of-the-art lab facilities.
Design, execute and interpret practical work within the field of neoplastic transformation, diagnosis and treatment.
Build confidence in presenting your work to academic and professional audiences.

This course provides a stimulating, challenging and enjoyable experience of studying cancer biology with practical applications in the forefront of the cancer field. Led by research active cancer biologists, you will develop an understanding of the pathogenesis of malignant transformation from a cellular to whole system level, discussing methods for the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Laboratory experience and research project

You will have the opportunity to conduct semester long investigative research project within the cancer biology field. This will be aligned with the current research interests of an academic member of staff within the Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre. 

The work will be aligned with the current research interests of an academic member of staff within our specialist Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre. The project will include a critical review of the literature relevant to your research project, the development of a project proposal, design of research methods and the analysis, presentation and interpretation of experimental data.

Practical skills are developed throughout the course and you gain experience in molecular biology and other related techniques such as genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics. All practical classes are led by academic staff whose research incorporates the latest research techniques. Research skills and statistical analysis are developed throughout the programme and applied to relevant cancer-based problems and case studies.

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

Cancer biology plays a pivotal and essential role in healthcare. This course is designed in response to the demand across industries for highly skilled researchers.

The component subjects are at the forefront of modern science and attract leading-edge research activity. The programme aims to explore normal and pathological cell processes, relating these to clinical features, diagnostic procedures and responses to therapy in neoplastic disease. You can customise your learning by selecting a speciality from translational research, genomics and proteomics and current laboratory applications. Modules may include topics such as the therapeutic targeting of cancer, the hallmarks of cancer and applied laboratory practice.

You learn through

• lectures and seminars
• a programme of laboratory classes
• semester long research project
• scientific writing
• oral presentations
• data handling

This course prepares you for a career in

• research in healthcare, pharmaceuticals or biotechnology
• academic research
• medical sales
• scientific writing
• consultancy

Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for

• NHS
• Public Health England
• Novartis
• ThermoFisher Scientific

 

A 2:1 in a relevant Honours degree is normally accepted as the entry requirement for the course. Applicants with a 2:2 are also actively encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants with alternative qualifications with academic attainment or skills in subjects which are directly relevant to the course will also be considered.

If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent.

Important notice:

The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page.

Final Year Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Advanced Laboratory And Research Practice	30	Coursework
Applied Laboratory Practice	15	Coursework
Cellular And Molecular Basis Of Cancer	15	Coursework Exam
Hallmarks Of Cancer	15	Coursework Exam
Therapeutic Targeting In Cancer	15	Coursework Exam
Research Project	60	Coursework

 

Elective modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Cell And Molecular Biology	15	Coursework Exam
Cell Biology	15	Coursework Exam
Genomics And Proteomics	15	Coursework
Translational Research	15	Coursework Exam