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- Cancer and Therapeutics MSc
Course options
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Charterhouse Square
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
This programme gives you the foundation in molecular and cellular biology that is fundamental to cancer biology and research. Youll study and contribute to the latest developments in curing cancer, such as novel drugs and gene therapy. Youll also discover how new therapies are developed, evaluated and implemented
This MSc is also available for intercalating MBBS students.
- Taught by experts from Barts Cancer Institute, one of four partners in the Cancer Research UK City of London Centre, a world-leading hub dedicated to cancer biotherapeutics
- Part-time programme option, so you can fit your studies around your other commitments
- Gives you a solid background in cancer therapy but then allows you to specialise
- Comprehensive training in research methods and techniques
- An ideal career boost: discover how to develop and implement new treatments
What you'll study
This MSc gives you a thorough grounding in the scientific principles underlying cancer treatment.
Youll discover how new treatments are developed, evaluated and implemented. By the end of the course youll be equipped with a thorough knowledge of cancer biology and pathology, research methodologies, drug development, and regulatory issues.
Youll have a firm grounding in the use and evaluation of cancer therapies, which will enhance your career prospects in many areas of cancer research, including early phase clinical trials.
Youll also take a three-month dissertation under the supervision of one of our research experts. This may involve setting up a ‘mock clinical trial to gain experience of clinical research and drug development in the cancer setting.
This programme is delivered by the Barts Cancer Institute, a Cancer Research UK centre of excellence and part of the Cancer Research UK City of London Centre.
Application deadline
08/09/2025
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 29,950per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
50th
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Campus address
Queen Mary University of London, Admissions and Recruitment Office, Mile End Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 4NS, England
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Subject ranking
12th out of 36 4
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Entry standards
/ Max 247190 77%11th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10099.0 99%20th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.03 76%14th
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