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Oncology MSc, PGDip, PGCert

Newcastle University

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Course options

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Newcastle University

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    36 months

Course summary

Our Oncology MSc, PGDip and PGCert are part-time, online and expert-led. They explore evidence-based and cost-effective cancer care treatments.

Overview

Our Oncology MSc, PGDip, PGCert is for professionals working in healthcare and related fields. These fields include public health and cancer research. You'll appraise current approaches to cancer diagnosis and treatment. You can then apply them to clinical management plans. You'll learn the basics of research in oncology. There will be opportunities to further develop your research skills in a dissertation.

We are world-leaders in online oncology education. We offer diverse and inclusive teaching and bring together clinicians, researchers and industry. The courses are modular to enable career development to wrap around work commitments. You'll have access to Newcastle University’s academic and pastoral support services. They offer an excellent learner experience to all.

What you'll learn

You'll cover three themes:

  • cancer diagnosis, surveillance and early detection
  • cancer treatment, monitoring and follow-up
  • interprofessional working

You'll build an understanding of the clinical, epidemiological and genetic aspects of cancer. You'll explore:

  • cancer treatment modalities and the mechanisms of action of chemotherapeutic agents
  • cancer screening and assessment
  • treatment regimens
  • outcome measures to plan safe, effective and multidisciplinary clinical management

Our Careers Service

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

£ 4,200per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Newcastle University

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    Medical Student Office, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4HH, United Kingdom

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Newcastle is known for being friendly and welcoming to people from all around the globe. Students enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other UK cities.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses, with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival, and as they settle into life in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Medicine

    22nd out of 36 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 247
    179 73%

    17th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    99.0 99%

    20th

    19

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 77%

    12th

    10

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