This course will provide you with training in the biomedical sciences such as cell and molecular biology, immunology, and human physiology preparing you to help tackle cancer.
You'll learn from internationally recognised researchers and clinicians, developing and enhanced understanding of the treatment and prevention of cancers, as well as patient care.
Teaching is informed by the latest research and scientific developments, with links to research groups such as the Nottingham Breast Cancer Research Centre and our Children's Brain Tumour Research Centre.
There's the opportunity to be part of ground-breaking cancer research and make use of our Centre for Cancer Sciences housed in our new cutting-edge Biodiscovery Institute.
This is one of the only undergraduate cancer research degrees in the UK.
The integrated masters (MSci) version of this course provides you with additional research experience, preparing you for your future career or further postgraduate study.
Course Details - Modules
Year one
Practical classes and lab experience starts in year one. You'll gain an enhanced understanding of genetics and physiology, while also exploring topics such as biochemistry and pharmacology in the context of cancer.
The focus is on understanding the causes and progression of cancer, as well as the impact of this illness on patients.
Year two
Your second year looks more closely at how different cancers form, grow, and spread, specifically focusing on lung, breast, bowel, and ovarian cancer. Themes in this year include epidemiology and public health, as well as cancer cell genetics.
The patient-centred case study project gives you the chance to study a different type of cancer, and provides an overview of the patient journey through healthcare interactions.
Year three
The third year focuses on advanced study of the biology of cancer cells, immunology and the development of new cancer therapies.
You'll have the opportunity to work alongside real cancer scientists during a 12-week placement as part of your final year project. This is an exciting chance to contribute to new discoveries in real-world cancer research.
If you choose to study the integrated masters (MSci), you’ll experience an extensive placement in your fourth year. This could be in an industry, research or academic setting - in the UK or overseas.
For the most up-to-date module information and full details, please visit the course page on our website.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
B131
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
University Park Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
A levels to include at least two science subjects, one of which must be biology or chemistry. A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately (waived for 2021/22 application cycle).
Acceptable second science subjects: physics, maths, geography, engineering, psychology, geology. Human Biology or further maths may not be considered as a second science.
We will not accept Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies or Global Perspectives as your third A level.
Grade 4 (C) is required in English and maths at GCSE.
including science, maths and English.
Plus AA in Advanced highers including two sciences, one of which must be biology or chemistry, Acceptable second science subjects: physics, maths, geography, engineering, psychology, geology. Human Biology or further maths may not be considered as a second science.
These qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information.
in two sciences, one of which must be biology or chemistry.
Acceptable second science subjects: physics, maths, geography, engineering, psychology, geology. Human Biology or further maths may not be considered as a second science.
AABBB in Scottish Highers are also required, including science, maths and English.
Including 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level including two of biology, chemistry, physics and maths.
Grade 4 (C) is required in English and maths (or equivalent).
These qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information.
including two sciences, one of which must be biology or chemistry.
A grade 4 (C) is required in English and maths (or equivalent)
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://nottingham.ac.uk
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.5
At least 6 in each component is required.
TOEFL (iBT)
87.0
20 in speaking and no less than 19 in all other elements is required.
PTE Academic
62.0
A minimum of 55 in each element is required.
GCSE English at C (4)
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
26500.0
Year 1
EU
26500.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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