This is a 12-month full-time course that will lead to a Master of Science degree or a Postgraduate Diploma.

The Course Aims to:

• Familiarise students with the cell and molecular biology of cancer cells to Masters/Diploma level.
• Teach the theoretical and practical analytical skills currently used in cancer research.
• Give students direct experience of research during a research placement project with either a collaborating industrial partner or equivalent research laboratory.
• Prepare students for employment as scientists in industry, academia or a research institute either by direct entry or following further study.

Objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to:

• Show core knowledge of the molecular and genetic basis of cancer.
• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the molecular and cell biology of cancer cells.
• Use research skills including the ability to design experiments, use appropriate statistical methods, analyse and interpret data and critically review the scientific literature.
• Demonstrate effective use of transferable skills in oral presentation, report writing and the use of information technology.
• Demonstrate experience of research through a 9-month project placement with a collaborating industrial partner or equivalent research laboratory.