Cancer Research MRes at Brunel University of London

Programme overview

The MRes in Cancer Research is designed to provide advanced training in basic and translational research. Through a combination of two specialist taught modules and an extended independent research project (laboratory- or non-lab-based), you will develop the scientific, technical, and analytical skills needed for careers in cancer research, biotechnology, healthcare, and further doctoral study. This course is designed to provide you with research skills and an in-depth understanding of research methodology with specific relation to cancer sciences.

Faculty: College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences | Department: Department of Life Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Intake: September | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The main focus of your course is an extended research project. Compulsory modules include Research Skills, Scientific Communication, BB56xx - Dissertation in Cancer Research.

Career pathways

After completing the course, you’ll be equipped with the skills to pursue a range of careers in the wider healthcare sector. Job roles may include: research assistant, laboratory scientist, bioanalytical scientist, clinical data analyst, medical/scientific writer, clinical research associate, pharmaceutical scientist, scientific sales specialist, technical support scientist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 or equivalent internationally recognised qualification from disciplines allying to Biomedical Sciences. A wide range of disciplines are acceptable, for example: Pharmacy; Biosciences; Medical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, Medicine, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology. Applicants will be required to submit a 400 word "research brief" as part of their application. This should outline their research interests in the field of Biomedical Sciences. An interview will also be required as part of the admissions process and will be conducted remotely via MS Teams, Zoom, or face to face. English language: IELTS: 6.5 (min 6 in all areas).

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,125 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition per year Source

International applicants: GBP 24,795 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition per year Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://evision.brunel.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=CAREMRESFTD&code2=0001

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