Course summary
Cancer is one of the biggest health challenges facing the world today, accounting for nearly one in six deaths. Our research-led innovative MSc in Cancer Biology and Therapy gives you the opportunity to kick start a career in research, standing at the forefront of the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of cancer. With us, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to make an impact and improve patient outcomes. Our course is suited to clinicians and academics interested in a career in Cancer Biology and Research, and science graduates looking to further their studies via doctoral research, enter academic medicine or pursue a career in industry, clinical service (NHS trust diagnostic departments) or a related discipline (become a technician developing assays and reagents for cancer research in industry). Change the future of cancer
- Join a network of leading experts and prepare for a career as a leading researcher.
- Develop and study in an internationally renowned research centre, making significant contributions to the understanding and treatment of cancer.
- Build a solid understanding of the application of molecular approaches to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of cancers.
- Undertake a research project, targeting a specific area of cancer biology alongside our team of leading experts.
- You’ll develop a research proposal and then deliver a project that entails 4 months of full-time work investigating a topic related to discovery and/or translational cancer research.
- Projects are different every year as they are integrated into ongoing programmes of research.
Modules
Founded in applied biomedical science theory, the course explores the molecular mechanisms of cancer and how these apply in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of the disease. You'll gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of: -the principles and application of cancer research -the basis of cancer therapy -the method by which new treatments are developed. This is an exciting opportunity to:
- gain an advanced understanding of cancer biology and therapy underpinned by cutting-edge research
- apply the latest techniques in molecular biology, immunology, cell biology and chemistry applicable to cancer biology and therapy
- undertake your own research project within one of our internationally renowned institutes
- generate results with scientific impact and have the potential to improve cancer outcomes
- evaluate some of the toughest challenges in cancer research and translate research findings into therapeutic applications.
Assessment method
A major objective of the course is to train you to formulate your own ideas and express them logically, and this will be tested in every module assessment. A typical module will be assessed by two assignments. Assessments include written assignments, as well as delivering presentations and posters, and leading discussions. The MSc course comprises 180 credits. You may choose to exit the programme at an earlier stage, with either a PG Certificate (60 credits) or a PG Diploma (120 credits)
Entry requirements
BSc 1st class or 2i, or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline which would normally be one of the biological sciences but a natural sciences graduate will be considered. This course is also available as an intercalated programme to students who have completed three years of a UK medical degree and are normally ranked in the top 50% of their year of study. Read more on our website. Students taking this course as an intercalated degree are subject to different deadlines of application. Find out more about applying to intercalate on our website.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | with at least 6.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other components. |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Fees are listed on our website: https://courses.leeds.ac.uk/
Provider information
University of Leeds
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT