Postgraduate Diploma in Cancer and Molecular and Cellular Biology
Fees
£19,300
1 year 9 months Course
Course information
Batch Coming Soon
Course Duration
1 year 9 months
Limited Seats Available
15-20 Seats
Where you'll learn
About the Institute
Queen Mary University
Founded in 1785 as the London Medical College, Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is the amalgamation of four historic medical institutions, including England’s first medical school.
It was officially granted university status in 1887 and now offers over 240 degree programmes across three faculties: Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, and Medicine and Dentistry.
QMUL is a Russell Group university, operating across five campuses in London and at sites across Europe and Asia.
- In the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, QMUL ranked 16 in the UK, and 124 globally.
- The students are drawn from over 170 nationalities: approximately 41 per cent are from overseas, the university prides itself on having a vibrant and multicultural community
- QMUL has nine Nobel Prize winners among our former staff and students.
- Notable alumni include Ronald Ross, who discovered the origin and cure for malaria, Davidson Nicol, who discovered the breakdown of insulin in the human body, British politician Peter Hain, and Professor Andrew Pollard, the chief investigator of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Barts Cancer Institute
Barts Cancer Institute (BCI) is one of the top five cancer research centres in the UK and is one of 14 Cancer Research UK Centres of Excellence.
The Institute’s goal is to prevent cancer and develop better diagnostic techniques and treatments. They are generously supported by research councils, industry and a number of charities, with the grants awarded totalling in excess of £15m per annum.
Facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Video tutorials for lab-based work
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
About the Institute
Queen Mary University
Founded in 1785 as the London Medical College, Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is the amalgamation of four historic medical institutions, including England’s first medical school.
It was officially granted university status in 1887 and now offers over 240 degree programmes across three faculties: Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, and Medicine and Dentistry.
QMUL is a Russell Group university, operating across five campuses in London and at sites across Europe and Asia.
- In the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, QMUL ranked 16 in the UK, and 124 globally.
- The students are drawn from over 170 nationalities: approximately 41 per cent are from overseas, the university prides itself on having a vibrant and multicultural community
- QMUL has nine Nobel Prize winners among our former staff and students.
- Notable alumni include Ronald Ross, who discovered the origin and cure for malaria, Davidson Nicol, who discovered the breakdown of insulin in the human body, British politician Peter Hain, and Professor Andrew Pollard, the chief investigator of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Barts Cancer Institute
Barts Cancer Institute (BCI) is one of the top five cancer research centres in the UK and is one of 14 Cancer Research UK Centres of Excellence.
The Institute’s goal is to prevent cancer and develop better diagnostic techniques and treatments. They are generously supported by research councils, industry and a number of charities, with the grants awarded totalling in excess of £15m per annum.
Facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Video tutorials for lab-based work
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
Teaching
As a distance-learning student, you’ll be taught via our online platform, QMplus. You’ll have access to recorded lectures, copies of the slides and other supporting materials.
We encourage you to interact with staff and students in our online forums, join group activities and become part of our student community.
The lab-based elements of this programme are taught through video tutorials.
If you study part-time, the modules you’ll need to complete the programme will be spread over two years.
As a distance-learning student, you’ll be taught via our online platform, QMplus. You’ll have access to recorded lectures, copies of the slides and other supporting materials.
We encourage you to interact with staff and students in our online forums, join group activities and become part of our student community.
The lab-based elements of this programme are taught through video tutorials.
If you study part-time, the modules you’ll need to complete the programme will be spread over two years.
Structure
- Eight compulsory modules
- Choice of elective modules
- Eight compulsory modules
- Choice of elective modules
Assessment
Assessment will be based on written assignments and posters and oral presentations online. Examinations will be in the form of online assessments which may consist of timed essay questions, short answer questions or case studies.
Assessment will be based on written assignments and posters and oral presentations online. Examinations will be in the form of online assessments which may consist of timed essay questions, short answer questions or case studies.
Career Paths
You’ll leave this programme with the clinical skills and experience necessary to pursue further academic research at MSc level. This programme also provides a strong foundation if you want to work in a clinical, pharmaceutical or diagnostic setting.
You’ll leave this programme with the clinical skills and experience necessary to pursue further academic research at MSc level. This programme also provides a strong foundation if you want to work in a clinical, pharmaceutical or diagnostic setting.
Fees and Study Options
Starting in : September 2024
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £9,650
Duration : 21 months
- The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years
- Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis
Starting in : September 2024
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £9,650
Duration : 21 months
- The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years
- Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
- A medical degree (non-UK degrees marked on a grading scale must be equivalent to UK 2:2 degree)
- A 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in a relevant subject such as Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, Medicine from a recognised academic institution.
English Language Requirements
- If you got your degree in an English speaking country or if it was taught in English, and you studied within the last five years, you might not need an English language qualification
- You may be able to meet the English language requirement for your programme by joining a summer pre-sessional programme before starting your degree
Eligibility
- A medical degree (non-UK degrees marked on a grading scale must be equivalent to UK 2:2 degree)
- A 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in a relevant subject such as Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, Medicine from a recognised academic institution.
English Language Requirements
- If you got your degree in an English speaking country or if it was taught in English, and you studied within the last five years, you might not need an English language qualification
- You may be able to meet the English language requirement for your programme by joining a summer pre-sessional programme before starting your degree
Postgraduate Diploma in Cancer and Molecular and Cellular Biology
Help
Batch Coming Soon
Course Duration
1 year 9 months
Limited Seats Available
15-20 Seats
What you'll learn
This Postgraduate Diploma from Queen Mary gives you a detailed and thorough understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of cancer and its treatments. You’ll also develop a deep knowledge of cancer biology, pathology, pharmacology and drug development, as well as a variety of other scientific and transferable skills.
By studying on the Cancer and Molecular and Cellular Biology pathway, you’ll be equipping yourself with the tools to complete academic research at masters level, or improve your career prospects in a clinical, pharmaceutical or diagnostic setting.
Where you'll learn
About the Institute
Queen Mary University
Founded in 1785 as the London Medical College, Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is the amalgamation of four historic medical institutions, including England’s first medical school.
It was officially granted university status in 1887 and now offers over 240 degree programmes across three faculties: Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, and Medicine and Dentistry.
QMUL is a Russell Group university, operating across five campuses in London and at sites across Europe and Asia.
- In the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, QMUL ranked 16 in the UK, and 124 globally.
- The students are drawn from over 170 nationalities: approximately 41 per cent are from overseas, the university prides itself on having a vibrant and multicultural community
- QMUL has nine Nobel Prize winners among our former staff and students.
- Notable alumni include Ronald Ross, who discovered the origin and cure for malaria, Davidson Nicol, who discovered the breakdown of insulin in the human body, British politician Peter Hain, and Professor Andrew Pollard, the chief investigator of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Barts Cancer Institute
Barts Cancer Institute (BCI) is one of the top five cancer research centres in the UK and is one of 14 Cancer Research UK Centres of Excellence.
The Institute’s goal is to prevent cancer and develop better diagnostic techniques and treatments. They are generously supported by research councils, industry and a number of charities, with the grants awarded totalling in excess of £15m per annum.
Facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Video tutorials for lab-based work
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
About the Institute
Queen Mary University
Founded in 1785 as the London Medical College, Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is the amalgamation of four historic medical institutions, including England’s first medical school.
It was officially granted university status in 1887 and now offers over 240 degree programmes across three faculties: Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, and Medicine and Dentistry.
QMUL is a Russell Group university, operating across five campuses in London and at sites across Europe and Asia.
- In the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, QMUL ranked 16 in the UK, and 124 globally.
- The students are drawn from over 170 nationalities: approximately 41 per cent are from overseas, the university prides itself on having a vibrant and multicultural community
- QMUL has nine Nobel Prize winners among our former staff and students.
- Notable alumni include Ronald Ross, who discovered the origin and cure for malaria, Davidson Nicol, who discovered the breakdown of insulin in the human body, British politician Peter Hain, and Professor Andrew Pollard, the chief investigator of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Barts Cancer Institute
Barts Cancer Institute (BCI) is one of the top five cancer research centres in the UK and is one of 14 Cancer Research UK Centres of Excellence.
The Institute’s goal is to prevent cancer and develop better diagnostic techniques and treatments. They are generously supported by research councils, industry and a number of charities, with the grants awarded totalling in excess of £15m per annum.
Facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Video tutorials for lab-based work
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
Teaching
As a distance-learning student, you’ll be taught via our online platform, QMplus. You’ll have access to recorded lectures, copies of the slides and other supporting materials.
We encourage you to interact with staff and students in our online forums, join group activities and become part of our student community.
The lab-based elements of this programme are taught through video tutorials.
If you study part-time, the modules you’ll need to complete the programme will be spread over two years.
As a distance-learning student, you’ll be taught via our online platform, QMplus. You’ll have access to recorded lectures, copies of the slides and other supporting materials.
We encourage you to interact with staff and students in our online forums, join group activities and become part of our student community.
The lab-based elements of this programme are taught through video tutorials.
If you study part-time, the modules you’ll need to complete the programme will be spread over two years.
Structure
- Eight compulsory modules
- Choice of elective modules
- Eight compulsory modules
- Choice of elective modules
Assessment
Assessment will be based on written assignments and posters and oral presentations online. Examinations will be in the form of online assessments which may consist of timed essay questions, short answer questions or case studies.
Assessment will be based on written assignments and posters and oral presentations online. Examinations will be in the form of online assessments which may consist of timed essay questions, short answer questions or case studies.
Career Paths
You’ll leave this programme with the clinical skills and experience necessary to pursue further academic research at MSc level. This programme also provides a strong foundation if you want to work in a clinical, pharmaceutical or diagnostic setting.
You’ll leave this programme with the clinical skills and experience necessary to pursue further academic research at MSc level. This programme also provides a strong foundation if you want to work in a clinical, pharmaceutical or diagnostic setting.
Fees and Study Options
Starting in : September 2024
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £9,650
Duration : 21 months
- The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years
- Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis
Starting in : September 2024
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £9,650
Duration : 21 months
- The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years
- Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
- A medical degree (non-UK degrees marked on a grading scale must be equivalent to UK 2:2 degree)
- A 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in a relevant subject such as Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, Medicine from a recognised academic institution.
English Language Requirements
- If you got your degree in an English speaking country or if it was taught in English, and you studied within the last five years, you might not need an English language qualification
- You may be able to meet the English language requirement for your programme by joining a summer pre-sessional programme before starting your degree
Eligibility
- A medical degree (non-UK degrees marked on a grading scale must be equivalent to UK 2:2 degree)
- A 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in a relevant subject such as Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, Medicine from a recognised academic institution.
English Language Requirements
- If you got your degree in an English speaking country or if it was taught in English, and you studied within the last five years, you might not need an English language qualification
- You may be able to meet the English language requirement for your programme by joining a summer pre-sessional programme before starting your degree