Explore the Cancer Biology and Precision Oncology program at University of Edinburgh. This program is offered in GBR and provides an excellent learning opportunity in Masters studies.

The MSc in Cancer Biology and Precision Oncology (Online Learning) at the University of Edinburgh is a comprehensive three-year program designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills to address contemporary challenges in cancer diagnosis and treatment. The curriculum integrates molecular biology with personalized treatment protocols, preparing graduates for the rapidly evolving field of precision oncology. Students will engage in a variety of learning formats, including podcasts and online discussions, enhancing their understanding of cancer's molecular basis and its clinical applications. The program includes five core courses in the first year, followed by elective options in the second year, and culminates in an original research project in the third year. This program is ideal for health professionals and biomedical science graduates seeking to advance their careers in cancer research and treatment.

Required Courses

• Molecular Biology of Cancer 1: the hallmarks of cancer
• Precision Oncology I: Multi-omics approaches in oncology
• Core Data Analysis and Presentation Skills in Cancer
• Molecular Biology of Cancer 2: tumour host interactions
• Precision oncology II: cancer drug discovery and clinical application

Elective Courses

• Cancer vaccine sciences
• Reproductive tract cancers
• Comparative oncology and veterinary cancer
• Epigenomics and cancer
• Lifestyle, genes, and cancer
• Infectious causes of cancer
• Data analysis with R
• Innovative approaches to health challenges across disciplines
• Science communication and engagement for practice
• Fundamentals of cancer with focus on infectious causes