This four-year degree studies the same course content as our three-year Cancer Sciences BSc, but it gives you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while undertaking a guaranteed nine-month placement in industry or in a research laboratory during your fourth year.
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 MSci will give you training in the biomedical sciences such as cell and molecular biology, immunology, and human physi...
This four-year degree studies the same course content as our three-year Cancer Sciences BSc, but it gives you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while undertaking a guaranteed nine-month placement in industry or in a research laboratory during your fourth year. <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 MSci will give you training in the biomedical sciences 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 embark on, and progress to careers in cancer sciences research, in the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, finance and contract research industries, as well as in the academic cancer research industry.<br/><br/>This is one of the only undergraduate cancer research degrees in the UK.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
University Park Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B130
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,A,B,B Plus AA 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:36,M:9,P:0 This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 including 6, 6, 5 in Higher Level including Biology or Chemistry, plus a second science. 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)D*DD This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information. GCSE/National 4/National 5Grade C (4) in English language and maths. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D Can consider alongside an A Level at grade A. This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information. Scottish Advanced HigherA,A including two sciences, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. Scottish Highers are also required at AAABB. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,M1,M1 Including two science subjects, 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)A Accepted as a third A-level in addition to two A-levels at AA in two science subjects, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics. Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)D Can consider alongside 2 A Levels at AA. This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information. A levelA,A,A 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, where these are assessed separately. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics. We will not accept General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies or Global Perspectives as your third A level. T LevelD This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £27,200 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |