Overview

During the Cancer Immunology and Biotechnology programme of the University of Nottingham you'll learn everything from the basics of immunology and molecular biology of cancer before focusing on how to develop therapies like vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, CAR T cells and more. You'll also develop an understanding of the impact tumours have on the immune system and how the immune system responds to tumour.

Working with active cancer researchers and experts, you'll join the Centre for Cancer Sciences and undertake your own research project in the area of cancer immunology and biotechnology that interests you.

Careers

Our graduates have gone on to study PhDs and other postgraduate medical programmes at universities across the world. Some have also found work in the biotech industry with companies like Medimmune, AstraZeneca and NY Biotech.

Other graduates have gone on to become:

academics
doctors
research technicians
patent lawyers
medical writers
recruitment consultants

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Immunity and the Immune System

Tumour Immunology

Cell, Developmental and Molecular Biology

Research Skills and Technology Exploitation

Cancer Immunotherapy

Cancer Statistics and Epidemiology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-04 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-08-25 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

71

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biotechnology Immunology View 33 other Masters in Immunology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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71

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

At least a 2:2 in a relevant subject like Biomedical Sciences, Cancer Sciences, Biochemistry, Genetics, and Medicine.

In exceptional circumstances, work experience in a relevant topic will be considered if you have not got a degree in a relevant subject area.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

30750 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30750 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

12750 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12750 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Nottingham

583 - 978 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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