University of Chester

Oncology MSc

University of ChesterExton Park, Chester

Course overview

This course aims to inform and equip you, the practitioner, with the necessary skills to function in a modern biomedical/clinical environment that specialises in therapeutics for the cancer patient. With the development of modern technologies, the detection and diagnosis of cancer have become more sophisticated. With greater insight into the disease processes comes greater knowledge.

This MSc is designed to develop and further your understanding and knowledge of oncology, focusing on up-to-date research and developments in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The course is aimed at any healthcare team members involved in the patient's diagnosis, treatment and care.

Key highlights

  • Prepares practitioners for biomedical and clinical cancer therapeutics environments
  • Focuses on up-to-date research in cancer diagnosis and treatment
  • Explores modern technologies used in cancer detection and diagnosis
  • Designed for healthcare team members involved in cancer patient care

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — Home Students International/EU Students 2:2 honours degree Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropria…

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarship

  • International Alumni Scholarship

    Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.

Careers this course leads to

  • Oncology nurse specialist
  • Biomedical scientist (oncology)
  • Clinical research scientist
  • Cancer research scientist
  • Oncology clinical trials coordinator

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,090 for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees | International: £15,500 (2026/27) — More on International fees

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 University of Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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