Our programme will give you an in-depth knowledge of disease mechanisms and molecular technologies while also developing your critical and practical skills. You’ll gain the essential expertise and practical and research skills to pursue a research career, either in a clinical or scientific setting.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 biotherapeuticsPart-time option, so you can fit your studies around your other commitmentsLearn the principles and applications of molecular technologies to human diseaseAn ideal career boost if you want to work in research, biotech or complete a PhD What you'll studyThis Postgraduate Diploma 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 on the Cancer and Molecular Pathology and Genomics pathway, you’ll be equipping 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 in cancer prevention and treatment.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.