Cancer Biology and Therapy
University of Central LancashirePostgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Biology
About this course
Our MSc Cancer Biology and Therapy postgraduate course will prepare you for further study, to PhD level, or for a rewarding career in the biotechnology or healthcare industries. You’ll gain specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of basic molecular, genetic and biological processes associated with cancer; with an emphasis on the advances in pathology, diagnosis and therapy.It meets the requirements of potential employers so you’ll develop skills in communication, IT, numeracy, interpersonal/teamwork, self-management and professional development. Research themes include: analysis of phytochemicals for cancer treatment; development and characterization of novel drug delivery systems; potential of aspirin analogues in the treatment of glioma; use of aptamers as diagnostic and therapeutic agents for brain tumours; and synthesis of bioactive molecules with anticancer properties. This course is taught by researchers who have published extensively in the field of cancer biology and who have close research links with Brain Tumour North West and the Royal Preston Hospital. On successful completion of the taught modules in semester one, you’ll have the opportunity to transfer to the MRes programme. You’ll have the opportunity to attend the annual Brain Tumour North West meeting, held in Preston in December each year.
Why study with us
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Full-time Shown above
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: MSc
Location: Preston
Part-time
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: MSc
Location: Preston
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
2119 Natural and social science professionals
2111 Chemical scientists
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
3213 Medical and dental technicians
3111 Laboratory technicians
3219 Health associate professionals
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UCAS Points
96 points
Course Details
- Qualification
- MSc
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Preston
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Biology