BMSc Genetics, Cancer and Personalised Medicine Intercalated

Studying a one-year intercalated medicine course at the University of Dundee gives students a clear trajectory towards becoming a doctor. By studying and practising in a more lab-based and theoretical area in medicine, this will be of benefit to students in achieving this goal in their careers.

With an intercalated degree, students can spend a year studying a topic of interest, which has several benefits: students will be more informed about different options for their career post-graduation, they can gain new transferable skills, including research skills, and they can gain a deeper insight into a subject area that interests them. 

This course looks at the application of molecular genetics and personalised medicine in the context of the treatment of cancer and other genetic diseases. In two main modules, students will learn about genetics and cancer and how their interaction can result in personalised medicine, as it's observed to improve understanding, treatments and ultimately patient outcomes.

 

Students develop a systematic understanding of the scientific basis of clinical decision-making in oncology, as well as recent translational research findings and future research priorities. Students will have the opportunity to experience specialist training in laboratory and research skills before working on a research project of their choice to put these principles into practice.