MSc(Res) Translational Oncology

About the course

1 year full-time

Translational oncology is the process by which fundamental laboratory research informs the development of new therapies for the treatment of cancer.

This course provides you with an understanding of the scientific and clinical challenges posed by the management of cancer.

You'll get theoretical and practical training in the fundamental aspects of contemporary translational oncology.

Entry requirements

You'll need a 2:1 in an appropriate scientific subject.

English language requirements for overseas students

Overall IELTS grade of 7.0 or above, with a minimum of 7.0 in listening and no less than 6.0 in other components.

Entry requirements for international students

Core modules

• Cellular and Molecular Basis of Cancer
• Cancer Epidemiology
• Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
• Tumour Microenvironment
• Cancer Technologies and Clinical Research
• Literature Review
• Translational Research Project

Teaching

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Class discussions/Workshops
• Interactive tutorials
• Practical demonstrations
• Student-led group work

Assessment

• Exams
• Oral and poster presentations
• Case studies and written assignments
• Literature review
• Research project dissertation

Fees and funding

If you are a home student and we offer you a place, you can apply for a £5,000 Jean Smith Scholarship to support your studies.

Financial information for postgraduate taught courses

Any questions?

If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us:

Dr Carolyn Staton
E: c.a.staton@sheffield.ac.uk
T: 0114 271 3782

Your career

You'll get a range of subject-specific and transferable skills for a career in research, academia, the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry, academia or hospital-based laboratories. The experience gained during the course is excellent preparation for a PhD.

Clinical and basic scientists work alongside each other. It's an environment with plenty of opportunities to exchange ideas.

Study environment

You'll get the opportunity to look at clinical cancer research and therapy through the eyes of survivors of the disease.

You'll be taught by leading research scientists and clinicians giving you up-to-date knowledge of advances in the field and research experience with internationally-renowned research groups.

There are regular keynote lectures by international clinical researchers as well as tutorials to develop your professional skills.

The course is based in the Department of Oncology, in the Medical School, which is part of the Cancer Research UK/Yorkshire Cancer Research Sheffield Cancer Research Centre.

Apply now

You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process.

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