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Cancer Biology and Immunology - MSci

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

    Master of Science - MSci

  • Location

    Clifton Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Our MSci course is ideal if you want to continue in research or to stand out when applying for a PhD or future employment.In your first year, you will gain a broad understanding of the biology of normal and cancerous cells. In addition to studying the immune system, you will take pathology, microbiology and biochemistry units.In the second year, you will study the cellular and molecular basis of cancer and its therapy as well as autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, diabetes and arthritis, and human cancers caused by viruses, such as papilloma and hepatitis B. You will take molecular genetics and an optional unit, possibly Bench to bedside and beyond, from a selection offered.All practical teaching in years one and two is supported by the eBiolabs dynamic laboratory manual.In the third year, you will progress to write a grant proposal or undertake a research project, working in our research projects laboratory in the Biomedical Sciences Building or in one of the hospitals.The additional, fourth year includes an extended research project and research skills training with an emphasis on enterprise. You will plan projects, communicate with a variety of audiences and learn to translate and commercialise research.The School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine focuses on 'Turning science into medicine' and these courses aim to launch you into a research career with an emphasis on translational research.

Tuition fees

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£ 33,400per year

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University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Beacon House, Queens Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    9th out of 87 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    156 69%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    28th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.30 82%

    11th

    18

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