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Cancer Biology and Immunology (BSc)
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3 years Fee
£32500 per year, international students Code
B131
3 years Fee
£32500 per year, international students Code
B131
Overview
In your first year, you will gain a broad understanding of the biology of normal and cancerous cells. In addition to studying the immune system and the immune response, you will take pathology, microbiology and biochemistry units.
In the second year, you will study the cellular and molecular basis of cancer and its therapy, as well as autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, diabetes and arthritis, and human cancers caused by viruses, such as papillomavirus and hepatitis B. You will take molecular genetics units and an optional unit, possibly Bench to Bedside and Beyond, from a selection offered.
All practical teaching in years one and two is supported by theeBiolabs dynamic laboratory manual. In the second year, you will also have the opportunity to develop your transferable and employability skills in the Biomedical Research, Employability and Enterprise Skills unit in the second year.
In the third year, you will undertake a grant proposal or research project working in our research projects laboratory in our Biomedical Sciences Building or one of the hospitals.
The four-yearBSc Cancer Biology and Immunology with Study in Industryis available by transfer after securing a placement during your second year.
We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds. Below is a guide to the typical offers for this course.
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