MSc in Oncology
Institute of Cancer Research, University of London

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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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Institute of Cancer Research, University of London

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The taught course in Oncology is a day-release modular programme designed for medically qualified candidates who intend to pursue a professional career in some aspect of clinical or medical oncology, either as a clinical academic or a clinician.This course is for medically qualified candidates who currently work in the NHS (or a similar clinical service provider) and plan to complete Specialist Registrar training.This course will help you develop your career by equipping you with a high level ...Read more

The taught course in Oncology is a day-release modular programme designed for medically qualified candidates who intend to pursue a professional career in some aspect of clinical or medical oncology, either as a clinical academic or a clinician.

This course is for medically qualified candidates who currently work in the NHS (or a similar clinical service provider) and plan to complete Specialist Registrar training.

This course will help you develop your career by equipping you with a high level understanding of the theory and practice of cancer science, of advanced cancer treatment, and the science of cancer research – all to the benefit of cancer patients.

The course adopts a modular, credit accumulation model as follows

  • Postgraduate Certificate in Oncology: 60 credits (One academic year – part-time)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Oncology: 120 credits (Two academic years – part-time)
  • MSc in Oncology: 180 credits (Four academic years – part-time)

The curriculum will equip students in the field of Clinical Oncology to sit the Part 1 and Part 2 examinations for Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR). However, the course is not specifically designed as a preparatory or revision course for the FRCR exams. For Medical Oncologists, the course meets the identified need for a theoretical basis to their structured training.

Teaching

The programme adopts a modular credit accumulation model.

Modules for Parts A and B are delivered via lectures and seminars. Syllabus content is led by module leaders who are experts in their field and highly experienced in teaching and training. The status of staff involved in delivering different elements of the course include professors, lecturers, and clinical/research fellows.

For Part C, you will need to seek a local academic facilitator or supervisor at your NHS trust. They will be required to provide support for your research project, including discussion of your emerging results and proofreading your dissertation before submission. You will also be supported by monthly teaching sessions at the ICR, and one-to-one tutorials with Part C tutors. The Part C tutors are consultant clinical oncologists experienced in advising and mentoring MSc students.

Students can also exit with PGDip or PGCert Awards.

Entry requirements

Students need to have a minimum entrance qualifications for registration for PG Cert / PG Dip / MSc Oncology are as follows: Medical qualifications (graduate medical degree); At least 2 years of postgraduate experience in clinical medicine; Current registration with the UK GMC. Evidence of planning a career in clinical or medical oncology (evidence of NTN registration, or evidence of submittal of application to obtain such registration) is desirable, but not essential. For Physician Associates wishing to register for the PG Cert / PG Dip / MSc Oncology: PG Diploma in Physician Associate Studies (or equivalent), and a degree passed with First Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an MSc in Physician Associate Studies (or equivalent); Working as a Physician Associate in an oncology environment; Current registration on the Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR).

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This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

MSc in Oncology (Part A and B) is: £2,730; MSc in Oncology (Part C): £1,855.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

MSc in Oncology (Part A and B) is: £12,170; MSc in Oncology (Part C): £3,505.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

MSc in Oncology (Part A and B) is: £12,170; MSc in Oncology (Part C): £3,505.

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Institute of Cancer Research, University of London
CCT Venues-Smithfield Two East Poultry Avenue City of London London EC1A 9PT United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Morden  2.4 miles away Nearest train station: Belmont  0.2 miles away
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