Cancer Biology and Therapy MSc

at University of Leeds

MSc Cancer Biology and Therapy explores the molecular mechanisms of cancer and how such understanding applies in diagnosis, prevention and treatment.
 

You’ll gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the principles and application of cancer research and the basis of therapy. The subject encompasses many areas at the forefront of advances in applied biomedical sciences.
 

This is an exciting opportunity to:

• Get a thorough understanding of cancer biology and therapy driven by the most current research.

• Use the latest techniques in molecular biology, immunology, cell biology and chemistry applicable to cancer biology and therapy.

• Conduct your own research project within one of our internationally renowned institutes.

• Generate results with scientific impact and have the potential to improve cancer outcomes.

• Evaluate critically current issues in cancer research and therapy, and how to translate research findings into therapeutic applications.
   

This course is mainly taught at St James’s University Hospital.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Research Informatics and Dissemination    
• The Molecular Biology of Cancer    
• Methods in Biomedical Research    
• Preparing for the Research Project    
• Stem Cell Biology: A Genomics and Systems Biology Approach to Haematopoiesis    
• Cancer Drug Development    
• Research Project    

BSc 1st class or 2i, or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline which would normally be one of the biological sciences but a natural sciences graduate will be considered.
 

This course is also available as an intercalated programme to students who have completed three years of a UK medical degree and are normally ranked in the top 50% of their year of study. Read more at Intercalation.

English language requirements

IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other components.
 

One reference is required at the point of application from a discipline related to the course you are applying to. If you are a recent graduate, the reference should be an academic referee. The reference should be provided on a headed document with either a stamp from the institution or an electronic signature.
 

A CV or supporting personal statement, including the list of research projects you have undertaken to date.

Fees

• UK: £11,000 (total)
• International: £24,750 (total)
   

This exciting course provides superb training for:

• Science graduates looking for an opportunity to go on to do doctoral research, enter academic medicine or pursue a career in industry, clinical service or a related discipline.

• Clinicians interested in an clinical academic career in the fields of Cancer Biology and Research.
   

Many of our past students to have studied with us at St James’s University Hospital are now doing PhDs across the UK or internationally. Some are working in NGOs or in the industry. Talented graduates from the MSc will be strongly supported to join PhD programmes in the institutes here at the University.
 

Our MSc in Cancer Biology and Therapy is also excellent preparation for those intending to secure clinical fellowships.
 

At Leeds, we also offer dedicated career support through our Leeds for Life initiative. You’ll receive support from a personal tutor, who’ll offer specialist guidance to make sure your hard work during your studies translates into career success.