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- Cancer and Therapeutics MSc
Course options
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Charterhouse Square
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
This programme gives you the foundation in molecular and cellular biology that is fundamental to cancer biology and research. You’ll study and contribute to the latest developments in curing cancer, such as novel drugs and gene therapy. You’ll also discover how new therapies are developed, evaluated and implemented; This MSc is also available for intercalating MBBS students.
- Taught by the UK’s leading oncology experts – we’re ranked number one for cancer research (REF 2014)
- Part-time programme option, so you can fit your studies around your other commitments
- Gives you a solid background in cancer therapy but then allows you to specialise
- Comprehensive training in research methods and techniques
- An ideal career boost: discover how to develop and implement new treatments
Facilities
- State-of-the-art research facilities and dedicated teaching laboratory
- Access to specialised scientists and clinicians
- Full access to our library and online resources
- Mentors for non-programme related support, including careers advice
- A dedicated Teaching Centre for administrative support
Career paths
You’ll leave this programme with the clinical skills and experience necessary to pursue further academic research at PhD or MD level. This programme also provides a strong foundation if you want to work in biotech research, hospital settings or in industry.
Career destinations of past Barts Cancer Institute students include roles in higher education, the NHS and scientific publishing. Our graduates go on to jobs such as:
- clinical trials assistant
- senior clinical trial practitioner
- scientific copy editor
- microbiology analyst
- specialist registrar
- urology resident
- oncology clinical fell
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 22,750per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
35th
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Campus address
Queen Mary University of London, Admissions and Recruitment Office, Mile End Road, Tower Hamlets, E1 4NS, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
6th out of 35 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 239215 88%6th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10099 99%21st
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.29 86%6th
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