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Cancer Sciences BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Cancer Sciences BSc (Hons)
Cancer drug development is a long and expensive process that provides many employment opportunities. It is imperative that there are trained specialists who can tackle the complexities of this ever-evolving set of diseases.
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Gain a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of cancer sciences. From its basic scientific principles through to translation into therapeutics and drug development. Our Cancer Sciences BSc will give you training in the biomedical sciences in areas such as cell and molecular biology, immunology, and human physiolo...
Cancer drug development is a long and expensive process that provides many employment opportunities. It is imperative that there are trained specialists who can tackle the complexities of this ever-evolving set of diseases.<br/><br/>Are you ready to join them?<br/><br/>Gain a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of cancer sciences. From its basic scientific principles through to translation into therapeutics and drug development. Our Cancer Sciences BSc will give you training in the biomedical sciences in areas such as cell and molecular biology, immunology, and human physiology.<br/><br/>You’ll be supported by internationally recognised researchers and clinicians, and you’ll be equipped with the core scientific skills necessary to progress to specialisms in cancer sciences research, in the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, finance and contract research industries, as well as in academic cancer research. You will also be well placed for opportunities in the management, regulation, and exploitation of research and Graduate Entry Medicine or other related fields.<br/><br/>At Nottingham, you’ll be part of ground-breaking cancer research that is the basis for new treatments.<br/><br/>BSc students can transfer to the MSci (UCAS code: B130) at the end of their second year if they are meeting the entry requirements and a placement is available (although this is not guaranteed). The integrated MSci course gives you a guaranteed nine-month placement in industry or in a research laboratory. This placement can be in the UK or abroad.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
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Course Code
B131
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,B,B,B,B Plus AB in Advanced Highers including two sciences, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics. Access to HE DiplomaD:24,M:21,P:0 These qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme30 Including 6, 5, 5 at Higher Level including Biology or Chemistry and a second science at Higher level. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD These qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information. GCSE/National 4/National 5Grade 4 (C) is required in English and maths or equivalent. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD These qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, alongside an A Level at grade B. Please contact the University for more information. Scottish Advanced HigherA,B Including two sciences, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. Plus ABBBB in Scottish Highers. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,M2,M3 including two sciences, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)B Considered alongside two A Levels grade AB. 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. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics. Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)D These qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, alongside A Levels at BB. Please contact the University for more information. A levelA,B,B 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. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics. We will not accept Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies or Global Perspectives as your third A level. T LevelD These qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information. |
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