Applications are being accepted for the MSc Cancer Biology and Therapeutics program at the University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom beginning in September 2025. The curriculum offers research-based instruction in clinical oncology, basic cancer biology, and the most recent developments in contemporary treatments, such as precision medicine and immunotherapy.
Program details:
The basic science of cancer, clinical aspects of cancer diagnosis and treatment, new and developing technologies in cancer research, and the process of converting scientific findings into novel treatments in fields like precision medicine and immunotherapy are all covered in this course.
Students will learn about the molecular and cellular biology that causes healthy cells to change into cancerous ones, as well as how precision medicine can make use of these findings. In order to comprehend how and why cancer arises, students will also study the larger epidemiology of cancer, gaining knowledge of cancer risks and illness trends in the general population. A thorough analysis is conducted of the tumour microenvironment and its potential for therapeutic targeting.
From the viewpoints of researchers, medical professionals, and cancer survivors, the clinical diagnosis and treatment of the disease are examined. The process of finding possible medications, genetic screening, and clinical trials are among the subjects covered.
Eligibility criteria:
Candidates must hold a 3- or 4-year bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited university.
A minimum score of 60% is required in the bachelor’s degree.
Accepted fields include biochemistry, biology, genetics, medicine, molecular biology, and veterinary science.
IELTS score of 7 is required, with a minimum of 6.5 in each component or its university equivalent.
Fee:
International students (2025 annual fee) : £33,970
Scholarship offered:
The University of Sheffield offers 75 International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarships for 2025 applicants.
Each scholarship is worth £10,000, applicable towards the initial tuition fee of a postgraduate taught program.
Programs must begin in September 2025.
Open to all new overseas students who meet the eligibility criteria.
The deadline for scholarship applications is 1pm (UK time) on Monday 12 May 2025.
Eligible and interested candidates are advised to visit the official website for more details.
