Cancer Biology and Immunology (MSc)

University of Southampton

United Kingdom, Southampton

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University of Southampton

United Kingdom , Southampton

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Research

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

University Hospital Southampton

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 32,500 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Cancer Biology and Immunology (MSc)

About

This course is full and closed to new applications for 2024. Search similar degrees in related courses or by browsing our course finder.

Embark on a career in cancer research with a focus on the latest research advances and novel technologies. This master’s degree in cancer biology and immunology is suitable for science graduates or those with an industrial, pharmaceutical or clinical and healthcare background.

You'll be embedded within the School for Cancer Sciences. You'll work alongside scientific and clinical experts in the field of cancer research. The course programme is driven by the latest cutting edge research. You'll also have access to the Centre for Cancer Immunology, the UK’s first dedicated hub for cancer immunology research.

You'll develop an in-depth understanding of the biological and immunological mechanisms of cancer. You'll explore basic concepts and how these are translated into treatment in the clinic.

You'll study modules on:

basic immunology
cancer genomics
cellular and molecular biology of cancer
stratified medicine
cancer immunology and immunotherapy

You'll also investigate the technologies and approaches used to translate lab-based discoveries into cancer immunotherapies or treatments.

As part of this course you'll:

develop the fundamental research skills important for future careers in science
gain practical laboratory experience through dedicated skills modules
carry out an 18-week research dissertation project
engage with different scientific and clinical sectors such as academic, clinical, NHS and industrial
take advantage of state-of-the-art research facilities

We regularly review our courses to ensure and improve quality. This course may be revised as a result of this. Any revision will be balanced against the requirement that the student should receive the educational service expected. Find out why, when, and how we might make changes.

Our courses are regulated in England by the Office for Students (OfS).

Course lead

Dr Dean Bryant is a lecturer in computational cancer biology and Dr Emma Reeves is a lecturer in cancer immunology.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

To apply for a master's in Cancer Biology and Immunology you'll need at least a 2:2 degree in a related subject. Other subjects will be considered on a case by case basis, please contact us in advance of your application to discuss.

This course is also available as an intercalation degree for undergraduate medical students.

You must submit all supporting documents, including evidence that you can satisfy our English language requirement, when you submit your application.

Find the equivalent international qualifications for your country.

We do not accept Pre-sessional Language programmes as evidence of meeting the English Language requirement for this course.

English Program Requirements

If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:

IELTS score requirements

overall score: 7.0
reading: 6.5
writing: 6.5
speaking: 6.5
listening: 6.5

We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.

Career

Careers

Completing a degree in MSc Cancer Biology and Immunology will give you an in-depth knowledge of this rapidly advancing field. You'll graduate with skills well suited for future careers in research, industrial, pharmaceutical, or clinical settings.

You'll benefit from:

experience working in modern facilities in the Centre for Cancer Immunology
dedicated careers sessions and small networking groups within the relevant modules
signposting to the relevant careers sessions organised by the Life Sciences Postgraduate Society throughout the academic year
practical laboratory experience, as well as fundamental research skills necessary for future careers

You'll have the opportunity to explore your future career by engaging with these different areas of the scientific and clinical sectors.

Alternatively, you'll also be well positioned to progress onto our PhD programmes.

Careers services at Southampton

We're a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). Our Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise team will support you throughout your time as a student and for up to 5 years after graduation. This support includes: