MSc Cancer Sciences Online

Queen Mary University of London

This online MSc gives you a thorough grounding in cancer sciences with the opportunity to specialise in one of three streams, which means you can align your studies with your interests and career aspirations. Featuring research-led and research-informed content delivered by leading experts in cancer research, you’ll be exposed to the latest advancements and innovations in the field. You’ll gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, that will equip you for a career in academia, clinical settings, or the biotech/biopharma industry. The programme can be studied either full-time or part-time via distance learning through our virtual learning platform, supported by our outstanding digital education team. Content is chunked to support flexible online study across multiple time windows. You will progress through interactive lecture videos, case studies, lab simulations, and forum discussions to build your knowledge and skills, supported throughout by globally renowned experts in the field. You can choose between laboratory-based or non-lab-based pathways depending on your interest and career goals: Cancer Sciences (Clinical Oncology), which focuses on the clinical and translational aspects of cancer, bridging the gap between research and patient care. This pathway includes a three-month dissertation and is particularly suited to aspiring cancer clinicians. Cancer Sciences (Molecular and Cellular Biology), which emphasises the fundamental biological mechanisms of cancer and the development of novel therapies. This pathway can lead to a three-month lab project or a dissertation, and is well-suited to you if you plan to undertake a PhD or work in lab-based research. Cancer Sciences (Therapeutics), which explores cutting-edge technological and conceptual advances in cancer treatment, clinical trial design and data analysis. This pathway can lead to a three-month lab project or a dissertation, and is relevant if you want to work in clinical trials or drug development. Depending on which pathway you choose, you’ll complete a three-month dissertation or lab project under the guidance of one of our academics.