MSc Oncology Research at University of Manchester

Gain the skills you need to pursue a research career in oncology. Develop skills for a career in cancer research. Understand the scientific basis of cancer and its treatments and how to evaluate the potential effectiveness of new treatments.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health  |  Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course features the following: Understanding the Challenges of Tumour Biology * (15 credits) Cancer is an Individualised Disease * (15 credits) ** Established and Experimental Therapeutics * (15 credits) ** Clinical Masterclass (15 credits) Tutorials (15 credits) Research Project 1 (30 credits) Research Project 2 (90 credits) * Units are delivered online ** Students must choose one of the optional units Following attendance at these classes, you will be able to understand how cancer is diagnosed and the principles of cancer surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

Career pathways

Our MSc is ideal for high calibre graduates, students and professionals wishing to undertake directly channelled research training in the oncology field. If you are a medical student, the MSc will help you to decide whether to pursue a medical career in oncology or in clinical academia.

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