Cancer Sciences MSci (Hons)
University of Nottingham
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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

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This four-year degree studies the same course content as our three-year Cancer Sciences BSc, but it gives you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while undertaking a guaranteed nine-month placement in industry or in a research laboratory during your fourth year.Cancer drug development is a long and expensive process. The hunt for new treatments for cancer is still in full force. With many avenues and roles needed to meet this challenge, its imperative that there are trained specialists ...Read more

This four-year degree studies the same course content as our three-year Cancer Sciences BSc, but it gives you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while undertaking a guaranteed nine-month placement in industry or in a research laboratory during your fourth year.

Cancer drug development is a long and expensive process. The hunt for new treatments for cancer is still in full force. With many avenues and roles needed to meet this challenge, its imperative that there are trained specialists who can tackle it.

Are you ready to join them?

Gain a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of cancer sciences. From its basic scientific principles through to translation into therapeutics and drug development. Our Cancer Sciences MSci will give you training in the biomedical sciences such as cell and molecular biology, immunology, and human physiology.

Youll be supported by internationally recognised researchers and clinicians, and youll be equipped with the core scientific skills necessary to embark on, and progress to careers in cancer sciences research, in the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, finance and contract research industries, as well as in the academic cancer research industry.

Careers overview

Studying cancer sciences at Nottingham gives you the perfect grounding to pursue further research through studying a masters or a PhD.

The course also provides you with broader knowledge of biochemistry, immunology, genetics, physiology, pharmacology, pathology, and more. These skills could lead you to jobs in biotechnology, pharmaceutical industries, and other biomedical areas.

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Danny
26 Jan 23

The university's amazing for providing students with a great student experience in that they have great facilities and such a range of extracurricular activities to get involved..Read more

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Molly
23 Jan 23

Lovely campus and loads of societies to join..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AAABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AA Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:36,M:9,P:0 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,M1,M1 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

D*D Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

D*DD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF):

D Grades / Points required

T Level:

D Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

A Grades / Points required

A levels to include at least two science subjects, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. A pass is required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately.Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics.We will not accept General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies or Global Perspectives as your third A level.

Plus AA in Advanced Highers including two sciences, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry.Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics.

including two sciences, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. Scottish Highers are also required at AAABB.Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics.

This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information.

Including two science subjects, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry.Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics.

including 6, 6, 5 in Higher Level including Biology or Chemistry, plus a second science. Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics.

Can consider alongside an A Level at grade A. This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information.

This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information.

Can consider alongside 2 A Levels at AA. This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information.

This qualification is considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information.

Accepted as a third A-level in addition to two A-levels at AA in two science subjects, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry.Accepted second science subjects include: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science, Statistics.

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£30,750 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£30,750 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£30750 Per year

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Danny
26 Jan 23
The university's amazing for providing students with a great student experience in that they have great facilities and such a range of extracurricular activities to get involved...
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Molly
23 Jan 23
Lovely campus and loads of societies to join...
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