Duration and mode of study

One year full-time.

Start Dates

September each year.

Entry requirements

A degree with first- or second-class honours in Chemistry or a related discipline with some knowledge of biochemistry. Overseas applicants will, in addition, be required to satisfy an English Language requirement.

Fees

2012/2013

Home/EU: £4,795
International: £14,645

Course aims

The course has been designed to teach the fundamentals of the chemistry of cancer and the analytical skills currently used in this area of science. You will become familiar with the cell and molecular biology of cancer cells and have direct experience of the cancer chemistry field through a significant relevant research project. The course is designed to prepare you for employment as a scientist in industry, academia or a research institute by direct entry or following further study e.g. a subsequent PhD.

Course modules

• Cancer Chemistry
• Characterisation Methods
• Introduction to Molecular Techniques
• Research Methods in Cell Biology
• Advanced Topics in Cancer Biology
• Research Methodology
• Research Project

Teaching and assessment methods

Teaching is through a combination of lectures, workshops, independent work, group and team work, supervised study and directed reading. Assessment is through written exams, marked assignments, assessed problems, oral examination (viva voce), oral presentations and written project reports.

Contact

Professor E Hope
T: 0116 252 2100
F: 0116 252 3789
pgchem@le.ac.uk
www.le.ac.uk/chemistry