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MSci in Cancer Sciences (Full Time) MSci in Cancer Sciences (Full Time) University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

Masters Degree , Biomedical Sciences

Course Description

A broad biomedical science training with a focus on the causes and treatments of cancer, working with expert researchers and clinicians.

Highlights of Cancer Sciences at Nottingham

  • Gain an understanding in biomedical science with a focus on cancer
  • Be part of new treatments for cancer, working with internationally recognised academics
  • Develop your research skills with the opportunity to work on novel projects
  • Broaden your study with a variety of optional modules including the evolution, ecology and behaviour of cancer, as well as how society, health and environment play a part in its progression
  • Gain work experience in the UK or abroad in you choose to transfer to the MSci programme
  • Undertake a work placement in the UK or abroad


Cancer sciences is the perfect course if you want to develop your research skills and are ready to participate in potentially ground-breaking research to tackle the UK’s biggest killer. You will learn about the causes and consequences of cancer, the cell biology and physiology that makes cancers so deadly, and the way that new treatments are being developed. You’ll also study in the new Centre for Cancer Sciences for multidisciplinary research. You will have the opportunity to work alongside researchers here for your final year project. 

 

Entry Requirements

A levels

A levels to include at least two science subjects, one of which must be biology or chemistry. A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately.

GCSEs

A grade 4 (C) is required in English and a grade 5 (B) in maths at GCSE.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element). 

Alternative qualifications

For details please see the alternative qualifications page.

Additional Information

Teaching methods and assessment

You will learn through a wide range of approaches. These include:

  • laboratory-based practice
  • lectures
  • research projects
  • seminars
  • tutorials
  • workshops

 

You will be assessed on what you have learned, and this will vary depending on the module. Over the course, you can expect:

  • dissertations
  • essays
  • exams
  • group work
  • laboratory reports
  • portfolios
  • presentations

Your learning time will be predominantly based within our Medical School at the Queen’s Medical Centre, and in the final year in the new Centre for Cancer Sciences research building on University Park, next door to the QMC.

BSc students can also transfer to the MSci at the end of year two if there is evidence that you are meeting the requirements and a placement is available.

Study abroad

We offer the opportunity to travel abroad on our MSci. Choose from destinations all over the world to carry out your tailored research project in some of the world's most advanced cancer laboratories. It's also a chance to gain a global perspective of research, develop your communication skills, and immerse yourself in a new culture. 

Similar Subjects

Biomedical Sciences

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