Overview

The Translational Cancer Medicine MRes study pathway at King's College London offers unique opportunities for you to join experienced research teams and work on particular projects from the outset. This course will allow you to develop an in-depth understanding of research methods, and of how theoretical academic studies and skills relate to research projects.

Key benefits

A unique research course that includes the study of advanced imaging methods and tumour immunology.

The sponsoring laboratories and departments all have international standing and closely supervise research trainees throughout the study course.

This is a competitive course to support PhD applications and continued translational and medical training.

Career prospects

Future PhD studies and Clinical and non-clinical academic careers in cancer medicine.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Translational Cancer Medicine

Laboratory Based Research Project

Cancer Research

Translation

Languages
Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-25 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
Lambeth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

First class or high 2:1 BSc (honours) degree or overseas equivalent in biomolecular or physical sciences.

MBBS students can be admitted at any time following the third year of their programme. Post-year three: entry is based on year three performance plus evidence of knowledge of the basic elements of translational research topics. Advanced years (four to five): students must complete their current year of study.

A personal statement is required. (maximum 4,000 characters)

A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained.

Two references are required with at least one academic. Professional references will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago.

You may wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of your application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

35800 GBP / year

≈ 35800 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

16950 GBP / year

≈ 16950 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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

Funding

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