Cancer Biology MSc
Kingston UniversityPenrhyn Road, United Kingdom
Course overview
Acquire the skills and knowledge to join the fight against cancer Gain valuable hands-on experience in our laboratories and become familiar with specialist equipment. This Cancer Biology course will provide you with an understanding of the disease processes involved in malignancy and the scientific rationale for therapeutic options. You will be trained in scientific research methods and learn the techniques used in cell and molecular biology and pathology.
You will study the biology of disease, tumour biology, immunology, molecular oncology, haematological malignancy, as well as diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for cancer. In addition to gaining an understanding of core principles in medical science, you will gain in-depth knowledge of oncology topics and their relationship to other medical disciplines. At the end of the course, you will undertake a research project of your choosing.
This can be carried out with one of our life science research groups, or in your workplace, and can act as an excellent selling point when looking for employment after graduation. Having completed my BSc degree at Kingston University, I was eager to further my studies with the Cancer Biology MSc. It was ideal for me, since it provided a great insight into the biological world of cancer and expanded my knowledge in disease progression and patient survival.
Elena
Key highlights
- Hands-on laboratory experience using specialist equipment
- Training in cell and molecular biology and pathology techniques
- Modules in tumour biology, immunology and molecular oncology
- Covers haematological malignancy and cancer diagnostic and therapeutic techniques
- Research project with a life science research group or workplace
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include Biomedical, Biology; or above
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.
Up to 10% of feesChelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award
The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.
Up to £2,500Chevening Scholarships
Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.
International Merit-Based scholarships
The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.
Up to £5,000Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship
The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.
Postgraduate Progression Scholarship
The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.
The Kingston Impact Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.
Up to £5,000The Kingston MBA Scholarship
Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Cancer research scientist
- Research technician
- Biomedical scientist
- Clinical trials associate
- Laboratory scientist
- PhD researcher in oncology
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11,900 per year | International: £20,000 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Kingston University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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