MSc Cancer Biology and Immunology at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Embark on a career in cancer research with a focus on the latest research advances and novel technologies. This master’s degree in cancer biology and immunology is suitable for science graduates or those with an industrial, pharmaceutical or clinical and healthcare background. You'll be embedded within the School for Cancer Sciences.

Faculty: Environmental and Life Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your studies will run for a full year, from September through to the following September. Over the last summer term, you’ll complete a dissertation on an area of cancer biology and immunology that interests you.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including NHS, pharmaceutical companies, research institutes, universities, government departments. Careers directly related to the course include academic researcher, biotechnologist, medical microbiologist, pharmacologist, research scientist (life sciences), scientific laboratory technician.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You'll need at least a 2:2 degree in a related subject but other subjects will be considered on a case by case basis. You must demonstrate scientific knowledge in at least one key area of cell biology, cancer biology and or immunology. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility for the programme, please contact us in advance of your application to discuss. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 19,500 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 35,300 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/apply

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