Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: 1 Year Full-time 2 Years Part-time
This course connects the cancer research that scientists conduct in the lab with the treatments that oncology patients receive. It covers the fundamental science of cancer, clinical aspects of cancer diagnosis and treatment, the current and emerging technologies of cancer research and the process of translating scientific discoveries into new therapies in areas including immunotherapy and precision medicine. 6-months of the course are dedicated to the full-time research project which you will undertake within one of our world-leading research teams to develop valuable research skills.
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject
Subject requirements
We accept degrees in the following subject areas:
Biochemistry
Biology
Genetics
Medicine
Molecular Biology
Veterinary Science
We also consider a wide range of international qualifications
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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.
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