癌症科学

癌症科学MRes为一年
Course overview<br>With rapid advancements in cancer research, innovative minds are crucial to overcoming remaining challenges. This programme immerses you in every aspect of the field, from understanding cancer pathogenesis to developing cutting-edge therapies.You'll gain the advanced skills needed for PhD study or a successful research career while contributing directly to pioneering research efforts in Birmingham. Through focused modules and a hands-on research project, you'll achieve a deep understanding of cancer research, positioning you at the forefront of this vital field.Course highlights<br>Our modules have a bench to bedside approach, bridging the gap between fundamental research and clinical application. You'll gain insights into how basic discoveries lead to treatment development and why some novel therapies may not succeed.This course also hones your skills in experimental design, including proper controls and data analysis, ensuring scientifically sound results.You'll also explore cutting-edge genetic and epigenetic techniques and advanced cancer models like organoids, which offer deeper insights into cancer biology and drug responses. Additionally, you'll study the cancer microenvironment, key to understanding tumour growth and immune interactions, especially in immunotherapy.Projects are generally laboratory-based and provide skills in designing, performing and communicating cancer research.<br>A large range of research projects are available and can be on anything from cancer causes and diagnosis to treatment.<br>You’ll study alongside cancer clinicians and clinical trial specialists.<br>The University of Birmingham is also ranked as the first choice for leading graduate employers in the UK.Career opportunities<br>Make a real difference in cancer research.Upon completing the MRes Cancer Sciences programme, you'll gain valuable research and presentation skills that are highly sought after for further postgraduate studies, such as a PhD. These skills will also be relevant for various career paths in the biomedical and health sciences fields.After graduation, our students have pursued a diverse range of careers, including PhD studies, clinical scientist roles (such as in clinical immunology and regional genetics labs), research technician positions, pharmaceutical industry research, NHS medical laboratory science, medical analysis, e-commerce, and positions within clinical commissioning groups.