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Study Details: 1 year
The title of this course has changed for 2024 entry. In previous years, the title was Translational Oncology.
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject
This course is great preparation for a PhD and a career in cancer research within the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. Graduates from this course now work as researchers and in other lab-based roles at top universities and research institutes.
Some students from this course have joined the NHS Scientific Training Programme, or gone on to study medicine. Others have entered the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
For medical students who are interested in sub-specialising in oncology, the course provides a clinical introduction and foundation as well as networking opportunities with clinical academic staff.
Careers workshops and 1:1 sessions are available to all students.
All taught modules are worth 15 credits
Cellular and Molecular Basis of Cancer and Precision Medicine
Cancer Epidemiology
Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
Tumour microenvironment and cancer immunology
Cancer Research Technologies
Critical Literature Review
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