Oncology MSc, PGDip

All modules are delivered online with no attendance required.

The award you receive depends on the number of credits you choose to study:

• Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip): 120 credits
• Master of Science (MSc): 180 credits including a 60 credit dissertation

Our online module durations vary from 10 -17 weeks. They are split between 10 and 20 credit modules and require 10-20 hours of work per week. You should set aside regular study hours to get the most out of the course.

Semester start dates are:
Semester 1: September
Semester 2: January

• ONC8014 Dissertation (E-learning)

• ONC8003 Research Methods 1 (E-learning)

• ONC8004 Developments in Diagnostic Imaging in Oncology (E-learning)
• ONC8017 Multiprofessional Management of Cancer Part 1 (E-learning)

• ONC8018 Multiprofessional Management of Cancer Part 2 (E-learning)

• ONC8004 Developments in Diagnostic Imaging in Oncology (E-learning)
• ONC8005 Palliative Care Themes and Perspectives (E-learning)
• ONC8007 Research Methods 2: Statistics (E-learning)
• ONC8010 Handling Loss, Grief, and Bereavement (E-learning)
• ONC8013 Quality Improvement (E-learning)
• ONC8017 Multiprofessional Management of Cancer Part 1 (E-learning)
• ONC8019 Pharmacology of Chemotherapeutic Agents (E-learning)
• ONC8021 Health Economics (E-learning)
• ONC8023 Chemotherapy Nurse Training (E-learning) **
• ONC8025 The Molecular Pathology of Cancer and Application in Cancer Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (E-learning)

• ONC8003 Research Methods 1 (E-learning)
• ONC8006 Management of Cancer - Psychosocial Issues (E-learning)
• ONC8008 Ethical Dimensions of Cancer/Palliative Care (E-learning)
• ONC8011 Cancer Drugs and Technologies: Product Pathway, Provider & Patient (E-learning)
• ONC8012 Managing Pain (E-learning)
• ONC8016 Contemporary Issues in Palliative Care Practice: Management of Symptoms (Other Than Pain) in Advanced Diseases (E-learning)
• ONC8019 Pharmacology of Chemotherapeutic Agents (E-learning)
• ONC8022 Cancer: Cell, Molecular Biology & Genetics (E-learning)
• ONC8024 Chemotherapy Nurse Training (E-learning) **

** Only Chemotherapy Nurses are eligible to study ONC8023 or ONC8024. If you wish to study this module please consult the Degree Programme Director.

We offer the option of studying individual modules, so you can pick and choose modules relevant to your line of work or personal interest. Standalone modules are ideal if you are not particularly interested in gaining a qualification but wish to learn about the modules we offer.

Modules might change for your year of entry.

A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant discipline and working in the healthcare profession or related field. We will consider applications on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and are working in the healthcare profession or related field.

You will also need to nominate a work place mentor to provide professional and specialist advice and guidance to support your progress through the course. View detailed entry requirements.

You must be IT literate to complete these highly interactive courses online and have access to a computer with a printer and a reliable internet connection.