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Cancer Cell and Molecular Biology MSc at University of Leicester

University of Leicester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This MSc studies the molecular and cell biology of cancer at an advanced level for a career in biological research. Discoveries in cell and molecular biology underpin most of what is known about the development of cancer.

Faculty: College of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: January 2027  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Core Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods in Cancer Biology, Advanced Methods in Cancer Biology; the second semester is an extended Research Project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 degree (or equivalent) in Biological Sciences or related subject. Appropriate experience in industry is also considered. English language: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,600 for the whole programme (2027/28). Fee as listed for the MSc course. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,100 for the whole programme (2027/28). Fee as listed for the MSc course. Source

Intake: January 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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