Overview

Within this Cancer Sciences (Hons) programme from the University of Nottingham you'll gain a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of cancer sciences. From its basic scientific principles through to translation into therapeutics and drug development. The Cancer Sciences MSci will give you training in the biomedical sciences such as cell and molecular biology, immunology, and human physiology.

You’ll be supported by internationally recognised researchers and clinicians, and you’ll be equipped with the core scientific skills necessary to embark on, and progress to careers in cancer sciences research, in the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, finance and contract research industries, as well as in the academic cancer research industry.

Career opportunities:

Studying Cancer Sciences at Nottingham gives you the perfect grounding to pursue further research through studying a masters or a PhD.

The course also provides you with broader knowledge of biochemistry, immunology, genetics, physiology, pharmacology, pathology, and more. These skills could lead you into jobs in biotechnology, pharmaceutical industries, and other biomedical areas.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Causes and consequences of cancer

Cellular and Molecular Biology

Genetics, Molecular Evolution and Diversity

Hallmarks of Cancer

Human Physiology and Anatomy

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

71

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nottingham, United Kingdom
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Medicine Biochemistry Genetics View 305 other Bachelors in Medicine in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

71

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A level

AAA
Required subjects
AAA /A*AB. Must include one of biology or chemistry and a second science subject from the following; Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Geography, Engineering, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science or Statistics.A pass is normally required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately.
GCSEs (or equivalent)
Grade 4 (C) in English
Grade 4 (C) in maths
Excluded subjects
General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Global Perspectives.
IB score
34 points overall or 6,6,6 in three HL certificates
IB requirements
HL6, HL6 in biology or chemistry and a second science in any order

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Nottingham

United Kingdom

583 - 978 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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General requirements

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