Study Details: Full-time: 12 months
Gain a strong understanding of current and in-development immunotherapies for treating cancer and tumour immunology on our unique Cancer Immunology and Biotechnology MSc.
The courses covers immunology and molecular biology of cancer before focusing on how to develop therapies like vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, CAR T cells and more. You'll also develop an understanding of the impact tumours have on the immune system and how the immune system responds to tumour.
Working with active cancer researchers and experts, you'll join the Centre for Cancer Sciences and conduct an in-depth six-month independent research project in the area of cancer immunology that interests you. The course will also see you make use of some of the latest technology in oncology and strengthen your ability to successfully evaluate and interpret cancer research data.
At least a 2:2 in a relevant subject like biomedical sciences, cancer sciences, biochemistry, genetics, and medicine.
Work experience
In exceptional circumstances, work experience in a relevant topic will be considered if you have not got a degree in a relevant subject area.
Additional information
We interview all candidates who meet the minimum entry requirements.
This online interview will be organised following your application.
Our graduates have gone on to study PhDs and other postgraduate medical programmes at universities across the world. Some have also found work in the biotech industry with companies like Medimmune, AstraZeneca and NY Biotech.
Other graduates have gone on to become:
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