Cancer Biomedicine BSc

University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom, London

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University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

B800

Campuses

London

Bloomsbury

Bloomsbury and London

Hampstead (Royal Free Hospital)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines 25-Jan-2023

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 36,500 / year

Apply Date 25-Jan-2023

Cancer Biomedicine BSc

About

Course overview

One in two people in the UK will develop cancer in their lifetime. By 2030, four million people will be living with a cancer diagnosis. Graduates who specialise in cancer will be vital to our ability to diagnose, understand and treat this disease now and in the future.

By studying with us on this exciting Cancer Biomedicine degree, you will learn about molecular biology and cancer genetics, cancer biology and therapeutics, clinical cancer management, and the wider impact of a cancer diagnosis on society.

You will also explore how new cancer treatment strategies are designed and tested in clinical trials and how we can personalise cancer treatment for our patients.

We offer a variety of optional modules, so you can create a custom route within biomedical sciences based on your interests and career options. A research project in the final year will help you develop a broad range of scientific and laboratory skills.

You will emerge as a highly skilled scientist, ideally positioned to excel in laboratory or clinical research careers or other roles that require a high understanding of science and clinical medicine.

What this course will give you

This programme offers you the following benefits and opportunities.

A focus on cancer as a disease, its treatment, and the associated research and socio-economic impacts.
A research-connected curriculum with teaching delivered by leading cancer scientists and clinicians.
The opportunity to undertake a unique research project working alongside world-class cancer researchers.
A unique skill set, through studying a mix of basic science, clinical disease management and translational medicine.
A wide choice of optional modules for you to select from, which will vary year to year. Current examples include 'Nutrition and Cancer Risk', 'Paediatric and Young Adult Cancer', 'Radiation Biology' and 'Cancer and Pathogens'.

Study a degree that sets you up to play your part in tackling cancer. You'll be taught by world renowned researchers at UCL working at the forefront of cancer research. Your skills and knowledge of this fast-evolving field will be widely relevant to careers in biomedical research, medicine, health science, allied health professions and the pharmaceutical industry.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A levels IB Diploma Other qualifications

Grades: AAA
Subjects: Biology and Chemistry required.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6.

Contextual offer information

Grades: ABB more about contextual offers
Subjects: Biology and Chemistry required at grade B.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6.

Points: 38
Subjects: A total of 18 points in three higher level subjects including 6 in Biology and Chemistry, with no higher level score below 5.

Contextual offer

Points: 34 more about contextual offers
Subjects: A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects including Biology and Chemistry, with no higher level score below 5.

UK applicants qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, choose your qualification from the list below:

Equivalent qualification

Pass in Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 33 credits at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit, all from Level 3 units. Please note, where subject specific requirements are stipulated at A level we may review your Access to HE syllabus to ensure you meet the subject specific requirements prior to a final decision being communicated.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) or BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF - teaching from 2016) with Distinction, Distinction, Distinction to include Distinction in Biology and Chemistry.

D3,D3,D3 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects. Biology and Chemistry required.

A,A,A at Advanced Highers (or A,A at Advanced Higher and A,A,A at Higher), including Biology and Chemistry at Advanced Higher.

Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.

Successful completion of the WBQ Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate plus 2 GCE A levels at grades AAA. Biology and Chemistry required.

International applications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.

English Program Requirements

The English language level for this programme is: Level 3

Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.

A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages & International Education.

Career

The foundation of your career

Cancer Biomedicine graduates go on to work at the highest levels, with the potential to make a significant contribution within all fields of biomedical sciences, research, and associated professions.

According to the Graduate Outcomes surveys carried out by HESA for the 2017-2021 cohorts, around 75% of our graduates decide to proceed onto further study, either at master's / PhD level or into graduate entry medicine. Of those who progress into work after graduation, typical roles might include care work in the healthcare sector and inspection or testing in academic research environments.

Employability

You'll develop the critical thinking, complex problem-solving and communication skills needed to become a highly skilled scientist. These competencies and acquired knowledge will equip you to excel in laboratory or clinical research careers, or to flourish in other professions where a keen understanding of science and clinical medicine is crucial.