Join the fight against cancer and learn more about the biological and molecular aspects of the disease as well as the diagnosis and treatment of oncology.
Taught by internationally recognised scientists and clinicians in cancer research, you examine everything from the cellular and molecular biology of cancer to the techniques used in cancer research before focusing on cancer treatment and novel cancer drug development.
Students will deepen their knowledge in all areas of cancer research and choose a project in an area they are particularly interested in. Students will join a research group working in that area and conduct an in-depth six-month independent research project making use of some of the latest technology in oncology and strengthening their ability to successfully evaluate and interpret cancer research data.
Examine all aspects of oncology. From how a normal cell becomes a cancer cell, how that cancer may spread and then ultimately the ways of killing the cancer cells whilst trying to save normal cells. You’ll study treatments that are established in the clinic and also novel therapies that are in different stages of development.
You’ll analyse the many different aspects of oncology including tumour immunology and physiology, pathology, cancer treatment, and radiation biology. While optional modules will help you tailor the course to your interests.
These modules are aligned closely to the examination syllabus, and therefore fulfil training requirements for, FRCR part One for higher specialist training in oncology.
The course takes place over three semesters, autumn, spring, and summer. Taught modules are typically delivered in the autumn and spring semesters. The MSc research project will start part-time during the spring semester before becoming full-time during the summer.
If you choose to study the MSc, you'll take all of the compulsory modules and choose 10 credits worth of optional modules for a total of 180 credits.
If you choose to study the Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert), you'll cover a selection of the same modules for a total of 60 credits.
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2027 entry.