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University of Birmingham: Cancer and Genomic Sciences

Institution University of Birmingham View institution profile
Department School of Clinical and Experimental Medicine
Web https://www.birmingham.ac.uk
Email pg@contacts.bham.ac.uk
Study type Research

Summary

Our extensive research programme unites scientists and clinicians, equipping you with the essential skills needed to contribute to both discovery and translational research in the areas of: cancer, genome biology, rare diseases, bioinformatics and health data science.

The programme will provide training in the latest technologies within a highly collaborative environment enabling you to develop your own research project and contribute towards cutting-edge research that will facilitate your development and progression as a scientist.

Course highlights By pursuing our PhD/MSc by Research you’ll gain high quality research training that will enable you to conduct independent investigative research with confidence and expertise.

Studying in the Department of Cancer and Genomic Sciences means joining a vibrant community of 100 postgraduate research students covering a diverse range of topics including:

  • Molecular Cancer Cell Biology

  • Genomics and Genome Biology

  • Genetics and Biology of Rare Diseases

  • Bioinformatics & Health Data Science

By studying this programme you’ll become part of the Graduate School within the College of Medicine and Health giving you access to: -Supervision from leading academics to support you through your research programme including research techniques and training. - Training and development courses to enable you to gain research and transferable training skills

  • Opportunities to attend and take part in Research Poster festivals and other postgraduate activities to boost your academic and networking skills.

  • An allocated academic mentor so you can access pastoral support.

  • State-of-the art facilities to support a range of teaching, learning and research activity with access to dedicated write up rooms, libraries, and computer facilities.

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

MSc (Res)

University of Birmingham

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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