Course summary
Advance your expertise in cancer research through a dynamic, research-intensive master’s programme designed for graduates in biomedical sciences and professionals from clinical, pharmaceutical or healthcare backgrounds. Delivered by the School of Cancer Sciences, this MSc offers direct engagement with leading scientists and clinicians working at the forefront of cancer biology and immunology. You’ll benefit from Southampton’s world-class research environment, including access to the Centre for Cancer Immunology, the UK’s first dedicated facility for cancer immunology research. Through a combination of taught modules and hands-on research, you’ll develop an in-depth understanding of the biological and immunological mechanisms of cancer. You'll explore basic concepts and how these are translated into treatment in the clinic, preparing you for a career in academic research, biotechnology or translational medicine.
Modules
See website
Assessment method
Your assessment will depend on the modules you take and could include: essay critical evaluation of research articles design of research study and proposal group presentation poster presentation laboratory skills portfolio data interpretation and analysis
How to apply
International applicants
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English is at a level of our band E: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in all components. For more information on accepted English Language tests, please see our website.
Entry requirements
You'll need at least a 2:2 degree in a related subject but other subjects will be considered on a case by case basis. You must demonstrate scientific knowledge in at least one key area of cell biology, cancer biology and or immunology. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility for the programme, please contact us in advance of your application to discuss. This course is also available as an intercalation degree for undergraduate medical students.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English is at a level of our band E: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in all components. For more information on accepted English Language tests, please see our website.
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/language.page
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/language.page
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information - https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ