Mechanisms and Therapy in Cancer
Entry requirements
A 2.2 (or above) UK Honours degree in the field of Biosciences.
Other qualifications including equivalent internationally recognised qualification or relevant experience from health professionals (e.g. doctors, nurses, MLSOs) will be assessed on an individual basis and a request for completion of an online biological test in molecular and cell biology may be required.
Applicants with a third class honours degree or other lower qualifications will be considered if supported by science A-levels (or equivalent) and relevant work experience. Such applicants may be required to attend an interview.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Mechanisms and Therapy in Cancer MSc is a pioneering Master’s programme which combines hands-on practical experience with innovative teaching by world-renowned academics. This programme will provide you with advanced knowledge of cancer biology and cancer treatment.
Students will gain a mechanistic understanding of the biology, detection and treatment of cancer, as well as a basic understanding of fundamental biological concepts that underpin this specialist area. You will also learn how to discuss and interpret scientific papers, develop critical thinking and acquire computational skills to analyse large datasets.
You will undertake a research project on a title of your choice within the field. Projects will be supervised by world-leading researchers based in Brunel University’s Centre for Genome Engineering and Maintenance (cenGEM). You’ll generate, analyse and interpret your own research data, and will actively participate as part of a research team, gaining valuable experience in a research-intensive environment, learning from senior scientists, attending lab meetings and weekly research seminars run by visiting speakers, who are the experts in their field.
In our 'Scientific Communication' module, you’ll learn how to disseminate medical information. Your writing skills will be developed to target a diverse range of audiences, from medical practitioners to the general public. You'll learn to write your research findings in both academic and journalistic styles - skills that will be invaluable in a range of biomedical careers.
Information for international students
If you require a Tier 4 visa to study in the UK, you must prove knowledge of the English language so that we can issue you a Certificate of Acceptance for Study (CAS). To do this, you will need an IELTS for UKVI or Trinity SELT test pass gained from a test centre approved by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and on the Secure English Language Testing (SELT) list. This must have been taken and passed within two years from the date the CAS is made.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and Bursaries
Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Award offers £6,000 fee reduction for self-funded international students across our postgraduate taught courses starting in January 2025. The Vice Chancellor’s Excellence Award Terms and Conditions - January 2025
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship: You may be eligible for a full tuition fee waiver, as well as a range of other financial incentives, on this course. Commonwealth Shared Scholarship (External Scholarship) 2025/26
British Council Scholarship for Women in STEM: In partnership with the British Council, we are offering five fully-funded scholarships for female students from the Americas region (eligible countries only).
Further information on scholarships and bursaries
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- admissions and enquiries
- enquiries@brunel.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)1895 265599