MSc Cancer Pharmacology

The MSc Cancer Pharmacology course offered by London Metropolitan University is available for students who wish to embark on a career in cancer pharmacology, oncology or related biomedical science domains. The course will expose students to the latest advancements in anti-cancer drug treatment and provide advanced laboratory-based training in experimental methodologies, data interpretation, and analysis.Course Content: An in-depth insight into the molecular mechanisms involved in the carcinogenic process and the rational design, testing, and use of anti-cancer drugs. The course also includes a detailed study of the cancer genome, the role of oncogenes, tumour suppressor genes, and the cell cycle.Key Modules: The critical modules include Research Methods for Pharmaceutical Science, Cellular and Molecular Oncology, Research Project, Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Physicochemical Principles of Pharmacy, and Formulation Science.Accreditations: Whilst the course itself isn't specifically accredited, London Metropolitan University is recognised by several professional accrediting bodies, including the Royal Society of Chemistry.Future Careers: The course is geared towards students looking to pursue a career in cancer pharmacology and associated disciplines. The graduates can anticipate progressing further in research-based roles in academia, industry, and health-care settings. Jobs associated with cancer pharmacology could include laboratory-based or research management roles within the pharmaceutical industry, in hospitals, health organisations, universities and bio-tech firms – and positions as diverse as clinical pharmacologist, research scientist, medical specialist or cancer researcher.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.