MSc Cancer Biology and Therapeutics
Course overview
The MSc Cancer Biology and Therapeutics at Middlesex University is a postgraduate taught course that takes one year to complete full-time or two years part-time. The course will teach students about how cancers develop, how therapies work, and diagnostics. The programme will give students the right knowledge and skills to succeed in this field. The course is taught by experts in the field. This means that students will learn both the theoretical and practical parts of the course. Students will also learn through lectures, seminars, group discussions, lab sessions and experiments, individual or group presentations, etc.
There are five main compulsory modules for students to cover. These include Advanced Bioanalytical Techniques; Biomedical Ethics & Law; Leadership & Management; Experimental Design & Statistics; and Research Project. There are also specialised cancer modules, such as Cancer Diagnosis & Treatment, Haemato-Oncology, and Cancer Therapeutics, followed by a research project in term three. Assessment is through written assignments, essays, laboratory reports, presentations, data analysis exercises, and the research project/dissertation. There are also practical exams.
Entry requirements
Applicants must show proof of qualifications. These include academic transcripts and degree certificates. Applicants will also submit a personal statement, CV, an academic reference, a copy of their passport, and evidence of professional qualification or relevant work experience if they are using experience to support their application.
Grade Requirements:
- International applicants for this course should have at least a lower second-class undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences or an equivalent course.
- A proof of work experience or further qualifications can help strengthen your application.
English Proficiency:
- International students or applicants must show proof of English language ability. This means they have to pass any approved English Language test.
- IELTS is one of the accepted tests, and applicants need at least a 6.5 overall score.
- Apart from IELTS, applicants can have a 79 overall score in TOEFL iBT, or at least 59 points in PTE Academic.
- Applicants who do not meet the English proficiency requirement can take the Middlesex University English Language Test (MUELT).
Career opportunities
People who study the MSc in Cancer Biology and Therapeutics from Middlesex University can have jobs such as:
- Research scientist
- Biomedical scientist
- Cancer diagnostics specialist
- Biotechnology scientist
- Clinical research associate or officer
Cost of study
The tuition fee for MSc Cancer Biology and Therapeutics at Middlesex University is £17,100 for international students. This fee may change every year.
Admission
Interested applicants for this course can apply through the university website. For guidance and other help, reach out to the AHZ professional counsellors.
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