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    Tuition Fee

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      Campus

      Sheffield

      MSc Cancer Biology and Therapeutics

      • Description

        The Cancer Biology and Therapeutics MSc at the University of Sheffield is a one year, full-time integrated programme aimed at training scientists in the multidisciplinary field of Cancer Biology. This master's degree is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge of the molecular and cellular basis of cancer and insight into current therapeutic approaches and latest developments. It includes both taught and research components.

        Course Content: The course comprises three main parts – Core modules, Optional Modules, and Research Projects. Core modules cover topics including Molecular Oncology, Cancer Therapy, and Molecular Medicine Techniques. Optional Modules allow students a degree of specialisation and include courses such as Tissue Structure and Function and Current Topics in Cell and Cancer Biology.

        Key Modules: Key modules are Molecular Oncology, Cancer Therapy, Tissue Structure and Function, Molecular Medicine Techniques, and Current Topics in Cell and Cancer Biology.

        Accreditations: Information on accreditation is not provided for this course.

        Future Careers: This master’s degree prepares graduates for further research in cancer biology, opening up opportunities for higher-level research, and can enhance prospects of employment within the industry or healthcare sector. Qualified students may proceed to PhD level study or seek careers in teaching, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries.

        For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.

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      Level

      postgraduate

      Discipline

      Natural Sciences

      Upcoming Intakes

      Sep 2025

      Mode of Study

      on campus