Overview

Within the Cancer Sciences degree from University of Birmingham , you'll gain the advanced skills needed for PhD study or a successful research career while contributing directly to pioneering research efforts in Birmingham.

Through focused modules and a hands-on research project, you'll achieve a deep understanding of cancer research, positioning you at the forefront of this vital field.

Career opportunities

Make a real difference in cancer research.

Upon completing the Cancer Sciences programme, you'll gain valuable research and presentation skills that are highly sought after for further postgraduate studies, such as a PhD. These skills will also be relevant for various career paths in the biomedical and health sciences fields.

After graduation, our students have pursued a diverse range of careers, including PhD studies, clinical scientist roles (such as in clinical immunology and regional genetics labs), research technician positions, pharmaceutical industry research, NHS medical laboratory science, medical analysis, e-commerce, and positions within clinical commissioning groups.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy

Cellular and Molecular Basis of Cancer

Genomics and genome-based therapeutics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-29 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-12 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Health Sciences View 1039 other Masters in Health Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

You should have a 2:1 Honours degree in the life sciences or biomedical sciences.

For international students there is an English language requirement of IELTS of 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any band.

If you are made an offer of a place to study and you do not already meet the language requirement, you have the option to enrol on our English for Academic Purposes Presessional Course. If you successfully complete this, you will be able to fulfil the language requirement without needing to take a further qualification.

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
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

28320 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28320 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

11740 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11740 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Birmingham

765 - 1134 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

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Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

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Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Birmingham

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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