Cancer and Therapeutics Online - PGDip
Queen Mary University of London
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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 implementedTaught 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 biotherapeuticsOnline ...Read more

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

  • 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
  • Online programme, so you can fit your studies around your other commitments
  • Gives you a solid background in cancer therapy but then allows you to specialise
  • An ideal career boost: discover how to develop and implement new treatments

What you'll study

This programme 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.

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: 9 months full time 21 months part time

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91/101
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50th
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Entry requirements

Degree requirements

A 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.

 

Other routes

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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£2,222 month

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Queen Mary University of London
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