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MRes - Master of Research
Newcastle University
Full Time
16-SEP-24
12 months
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MRes - Master of Research
Newcastle University
Full time
16-SEP-24
12 months
Select a an exam type
Our course allows you to explore clinical and pathological aspects of cancer.
Overview
Our Cancer MRes is available to graduates with a BSc in the life sciences or other science disciplines. It is also suited to intercalating and qualified MBBS or BDS students. You can take this as a stand-alone qualification or as an entry route onto a PhD or MD.
You'll study in a Faculty ranked top 100 for Medicine and Life Sciences. We also rank in Medicine - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020.
You'll develop your own bespoke course with our broad range of taught modules. You'll then engage in a 24-week research project in Cancer Research.
Course content changes from time to time to reflect:
developments in the discipline
the requirements of external bodies and partners
student feedback
You may also have opportunities for industry experience and exposure.
What you'll learn
You'll study subject-specific content in cancer research. You'll add to these modules from a broad range of complementary options. The subject-specific module covers:
clinical and pathological aspects of cancer
molecular mechanisms that establish and promote cancer
current treatments and how research translates into novel treatments
Your 24-week research project comprises the major element of the course. You'll receive supervision from an expert academic researcher in the field.
Careers
Graduates from the Faculty of Medical Sciences MRes at Newcastle have undertaken a wide range of roles. This includes:
A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in: a life science or related discipline or an MBBS/BDS degree. This programme accepts both medical and dental students wishing to take a master's degree as an intercalation. You will need to have successfully completed your third or fourth year of study. Practical laboratory work experience is desirable, although not essential. The modules you can study may depend on your academic background.
Students living in
Domestic
£12,000 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£29,500 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£29,500 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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