Overview

You'll be embedded within the School for Cancer Sciences. You'll work alongside scientific and clinical experts in the field of cancer research. The Cancer Biology and Immunology course programme at the University of Southampton is driven by the latest cutting edge research. You'll also have access to the Centre for Cancer Immunology, the UK’s first dedicated hub for cancer immunology research.

Key Features

You'll develop an in-depth understanding of the biological and immunological mechanisms of cancer. You'll explore basic concepts and how these are translated into treatment in the clinic.

You'll also investigate the technologies and approaches used to translate lab-based discoveries into cancer immunotherapies or treatments.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cancer Biology

Cancer Genomics

Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy

Immunology

Laboratory Skills

Research Skills

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-02 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-19 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Southampton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You'll need at least a 2:2 degree in a related subject but other subjects will be considered on a case by case basis. You must demonstrate scientific knowledge in at least one key area of cell biology, cancer biology and or immunology.

If you have any questions regarding your eligibility for the programme, please contact us in advance of your application to discuss.

This course is also available as an intercalation degree for undergraduate medical students.

You must submit all supporting documents, including evidence that you can satisfy our English language requirement, when you submit your application.

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Tuition Fees

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32500 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

14300 GBP / year

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Living costs

Southampton

United Kingdom

697 - 1093 GBP / month

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Funding

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