Our programme will give you a grounding in the molecular and cellular biology that underpins cancer biology and research. Youll discover how the treatment and diagnosis of cancer has advanced and how new therapies are developed, evaluated and implemented. Youll also gain strong practical skills: youll take a research skills module and a three-month laboratory project.

• Study and contribute to the latest developments in the treatment of cancer
• Complete a three-month lab project, with an option to embed in one of our six research teams
• 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 option, so you can fit your studies around your other commitments
• An ideal career boost if you want to work in research, biotech or complete a PhD

What you'll study

This MSc gives you a detailed and thorough understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of cancer and its treatments. Youll also develop a deep knowledge of cancer biology, pathology, pharmacology and drug development.

Youll study research methods and techniques, enabling you to make the most of the three-month laboratory project that forms a central component of the programme.

During your laboratory project, youll have the opportunity to undertake research at your workplace or an appropriate local research laboratory. Youll gain valuable scientific and transferable skills, as well as experience of the research process – including preparation of a thesis – so youll have a solid foundation for a future career in scientific research.

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.

Distance Learning: Full time 1 year Part time 2 year