Cancer Biology and Therapeutics
Entry requirements
Minimum 2:1 honours degree in a biosciences-related subject.
All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications.
Months of entry
September
Course content
The programme provides training in the modern practical, academic and research skills that are used in academia and industry. Through a combination of lectures, small-group seminars and practical classes, students apply this training towards the development of new therapies.
The programme culminates with a research project that investigates the molecular and cellular basis of cancer biology or the development of new therapies under the supervision of active cancer research scientists.
New Institute for Biotechnology and Molecular Medicine
Biosciences' research excellence will be further enhanced by a new 'Institute of Biotechnology and Molecular Medicine' research facility. The new building will be completed in 2020, and will house additional staff and research facilities.
Kent and Medway Medical School
Kent is moving forward with the Kent and Medway Medical School (KMMS), due to take the first cohort of students in September 2020. KMMS will be a significant addition to the University, with exciting opportunities for education and research in the School of Biosciences.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- School of Biosciences
- bioadmin@kent.ac.uk