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Overview
The Cancer Biology course from University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is three months of taught lectures, tutorials and lab work followed by a six-month, full-time, independent laboratory based research project under the supervision of active cancer researchers.
Research themes include: analysis of phytochemicals for cancer treatment; development and characterization of novel drug delivery systems; potential of aspirin analogues in the treatment of glioma; use of aptamers as diagnostic and therapeutic agents for brain tumours; and synthesis of bioactive molecules with anticancer properties.
Why study with us
- On this course you’ll extend your knowledge and understanding of the biology of cancer, advances in prognosis, diagnosis and treatment, and give you an appreciation of pertinent legislative and ethical issues.
- The School is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment based in our Biomedical Research Facility and the Biological Sciences Laboratories (Teaching), that will enhance your research experience.
- You will be taught by internationally-recognised research-active scientists, who are experts in a range of cancer disciplines.
Future careers
This postgraduate course will prepare you for further study to PhD level or a career in the biotechnology industries.
Ideal for graduates who would like to embark on a career in molecular and cellular bioscience within companies and research organisations serving the needs of biomedical science and related disciplines.
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Courses include:
- Cancer and its Management
- Research Methods
- Research Proposal
- MRes Research Project
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 91
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biology Human Medicine Biotechnology View 484 other Masters in Biology in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 91
Other requirements
General requirements
Students must hold one of the following
- A minimum of a lower second class honours degree from a UK university or its equivalent in a biological discipline, for example Biochemistry, Physiology, Biomedical Science or a qualification or experience deemed to be equivalent to the above.
- Students where English is not the first language need to demonstrate their ability in the English language through obtaining: IELTS at 6.5 or above or equivalent
- Those applicants seeking entry with appropriate experiences will be required to demonstrate the suitability of this experience both on application and at interview.
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International
14000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14000 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
7100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7100 GBP per year during 12 months.
Part-time UK/EU: £785 per 20 credits
Living costs for Preston
751 - 1425 GBP /month
Living costs
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Funding
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