Mechanisms and Therapy in Cancer MSc

Brunel University of London

Mechanisms and Therapy in Cancer MSc is a pioneering Masters programme which combines hands-on practical experience with innovative teaching by world-renowned academics. This programme will provide you with advanced knowledge of cancer biology and cancer treatment.Students will gain a mechanistic understanding of the biology, detection and treatment of cancer, as well as a basic understanding of fundamental biological concepts that underpin this specialist area. You will also learn how to discuss and interpret scientific papers, develop critical thinking and acquire computational skills to analyse large datasets.You will undertake a research project on a title of your choice within the field. Projects will be supervised by world-leading researchers based in Brunel Universitys Centre for Genome Engineering and Maintenance (cenGEM). Youll generate, analyse and interpret your own research data, and will actively participate as part of a research team, gaining valuable experience in a research-intensive environment, learning from senior scientists, attending lab meetings and weekly research seminars run by visiting speakers, who are the experts in their field.Careers and your futureYou will acquire critical skills that are highly valuable in a range of biomedical careers and sought after by employers.Graduates from this course will be ideally placed to pursue careers in academia, industry or the public sector. Cancer remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide and, as life expectancy increases, scientists trained in this area are in increasing demand.If your goal is to pursue a career in scientific research, you can continue with your studies towards a PhD. Alternatively, the specialist topics covered will prepare you to work in biomedical research laboratories, for example as industrial scientists or research assistants, in the fields of cancer biology, molecular biology and medicine.Furthermore, the focus on core biomedical topics will also open doors to similar careers in other disciplines, for example: immunology, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative diseases, as many of the techniques and skills learned will be applicable to these areas.Students will acquire comprehensive knowledge in bioinformatics and data science, which can lead to careers in data science, data analysis and consulting.The emphasis on scientific communication will provide graduates with a strong foundation for careers in journalism, scientific writing and publishing.

Biomedical Sciences