Teaching & modules
Modules
Required Modules
The course is structured into six modules as listed in the following:
- Principles of Cancer Biology (15 credits)
- Clinical Trials in Oncology (15 credits)
- Cancer Therapy (30 credits)
- Models and Methods in Cancer Research (30 credits)
- Research and Analysis Skills in Cancer Sciences (30 credits)
- Research Project in Translational Cancer Sciences (6 month) (60 credits)
Optional Modules
There are no optional modules for this course.
Teaching methods - what to expect
We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face-to-face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.
The programme is taught via diverse methods including but not limited to lectures, flipped classroom sessions, seminars, and tutorials and complemented by workshops, facility tours, and a 6-month research project in one of the cancer research laboratories led by our leading academics.
During the research project, the student will benefit from one-to-one teaching and learn to develop skills in laboratory practice, designing and conducting experiments, collecting and analysing results, discussing the meaning of the data obtained, critically evaluating the data in terms of the broader picture of work in the area, organising time and managing an electronic lab book on a day-to-day basis.
Students are also expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study.
Assessment
- Written assignment
- Poster Presentations
Assessment types are diverse spanning a limited number of exams complemented by written assignments (e.g. Essays, Designing Learning Materials, Lab Report, Dissertation) as well as oral and poster presentations. Each module is assessed by more than one component to diversify the methodology of assessment.
Application closing date guidance
Key Information
Course type:
Master's
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Duration:
One year, September to September
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026