Cancer Research (with specialism)

Entry requirements

A 2:1 Honours degree in biochemistry, biotechnology, cell biology, genetics, immunology, molecular biology, medicine or other relevant biological/biomedical science. Professional experience and 2:2 applicants with a strong subject specific expertise will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.

An IELTS score of at least 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in each component (or equivalent qualification) is required for students who do not have English as their first language.

When applying, please include a CV and personal statement that explains how your previous studies provide a suitable background for this programme.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Specialise in your chosen area of cancer research and tackle cutting-edge challenges alongside world-leading scientists in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.

Why this programme

• Tailored expertise: choose a specialism that aligns with your interests and career goals, allowing you to focus on the area of cancer research you're most passionate about.

• Cutting-edge focus: dive deep into the latest advancements and challenges in your specialism, guided by world-leading scientists and cancer specialists.

• World-leading multidisciplinary team: collaborate with world-leading scientists and clinicians from top research centres, universities, and hospitals across Glasgow, including the Cancer Research UK Scotland Institute, preparing you to tackle real-world challenges in cancer research.

• Future-ready career flexibility: gain specialised expertise that equips you to excel in academia, industry, or clinical research, giving you a competitive edge in the healthcare landscape.

• Drive change in cancer research: play a key role in advancing scientific knowledge and shaping innovative approaches to cancer treatment.

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Programme structure

You can choose to specialise in one of the following:

• Bioinformatics

• Cancer Pathology and AI

• Preclinical Cancer Modelling

Successful applicants will work with teaching faculty to select their specialism once the teaching has begun. Students undertake 100 credits related to their specialism, including their project.

The MSc programme will consist of 7-8 taught courses (depending on the chosen specialism) and a project or dissertation, spread over 11-12 months.

Core courses (for all specialisms)

• Cancer Evolution

• Cancer Research Distinguished Seminar Series

• Core Skills in Cancer Research

• Conservation in Practice

• MSc Bioscience Research Project (Cancer Research & Precision Oncology)

• Project Design and Data Analysis in Cancer Research

Bioinformatics specialism

• Further Omics, Statistics and Clinical data in R

• Omic Data Analysis and Visualisation, using R, for Biologists

• Single Cell and Spatial Omics for Biologists

Cancer Pathology and AI specialism

• Cancer Pathology and AI (new course)

• Introduction to Cancer Pathology (new course)

• Omic Data Analysis and Visualisation, using R, for Biologists

Preclinical Cancer Modelling specialism

• Emerging Technologies in Cancer (new course)

• In Vivo Research Skills

Programme alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a programme. For more information, please see: Student contract.