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University of Birmingham: Cancer Sciences
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Cancer Studies |
| Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
| pg@contacts.bham.ac.uk | |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
With rapid advancements in cancer research, innovative minds are crucial to overcoming remaining challenges. This programme immerses you in every aspect of the field, from understanding cancer pathogenesis to developing cutting-edge therapies.
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.
What makes this course different? Our modules have a bench to bedside approach, bridging the gap between fundamental research and clinical application. You'll gain insights into how basic discoveries lead to treatment development and why some novel therapies may not succeed.
This course also hones your skills in experimental design, including proper controls and data analysis, ensuring scientifically sound results.
You'll also explore cutting-edge genetic and epigenetic techniques and advanced cancer models like organoids, which offer deeper insights into cancer biology and drug responses. Additionally, you'll study the cancer microenvironment, key to understanding tumour growth and immune interactions, especially in immunotherapy.
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Projects are generally laboratory-based and provide skills in designing, performing and communicating cancer research.
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A large range of research projects are available and can be on anything from cancer causes and diagnosis to treatment.
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You’ll study alongside cancer clinicians and clinical trial specialists.
Master of Research - MRes
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You should have a 2:1 Honours degree in the life sciences or biomedical sciences. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You should have a 2:1 Honours degree in the life sciences or biomedical sciences. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Birmingham offers over 600 taught postgraduate programmes to help students widen their skills base, further their knowledge and boost their career prospects. Its wealth of research opportunities involve the completion of original academic research, or a piece of scholarship, which students will conduct under expert supervision from a Birmingham academic.
The value of the postgraduate study is both inherent and transferable, helping students to develop as a person, boost their professional prospects or even change direction in their career.
Beyond the transferable skills that students will take into the workplace, a postgraduate qualification from Birmingham will give …
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