Cancer and Molecular Pathology and Genomics MSc
Queen Mary University of London
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Our programme will give you an in-depth knowledge of disease mechanisms and molecular technologies while also developing your critical and practical expertise. You’ll gain the essential training you need to pursue a research career. We also ensure you gain strong practical skills: you’ll take a research skills module and complete a three-month laboratory project. This MSc will give you a theoretical and practical knowledge of modern molecular technologies as applied to human disease, with a ...Read more

Our programme will give you an in-depth knowledge of disease mechanisms and molecular technologies while also developing your critical and practical expertise. You’ll gain the essential training you need to pursue a research career. We also ensure you gain strong practical skills: you’ll take a research skills module and complete a three-month laboratory project. This MSc will give you a theoretical and practical knowledge of modern molecular technologies as applied to human disease, with a focus on cancer. You’ll also learn how to apply and interpret advanced molecular technologies and use them in pathology. At the heart of the course is a focus on developing your skills in the laboratory, as well as a variety of other scientific and transferable skills. By studying Cancer and Molecular Pathology and Genomics, you’ll equip yourself with the tools to follow a career in academic research, either in the clinical, pharmaceutical or diagnostic setting. We'll keep you at the forefront of research: you’ll be taught by internationally renowned lecturers who produce ground-breaking research in cancer biology, genetics, screening, prevention and therapy, so you’ll stay up to date with the most recent medical advances for preventing and treating cancer more effectively.

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21/279
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30th
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41st
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Hashim
06 Mar 25

All great except lack of competent IT..Read more

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Shirin
25 Jul 24

Really friendly staff but can be unorganised at times!..Read more

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Entry requirements

2:1 or above at undergraduate level in a relevant subject such as Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, Medicine from a recognised academic institution. Applicants with a 2:2 degree will be considered on an individual basis. The programme is open to graduate scientists, clinicians and other medical professionals working in healthcare, the pharmaceutical industry or contract research organisations.

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£12,850 per year

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£29,950 per year

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£29,950 per year

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Queen Mary University of London
Queen Mary University of London , London

Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is an internationally regarded public research institution based in London....

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Queen Mary University of London
Charterhouse Square London Greater London EC1M 6BQ United Kingdom
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