Clinical Oncology MSc/Diploma - Part-time

The content of the course is broadly divided into two components: the taught modules and the independent research project (dissertation).

Each taught module comprises 30-60 hours of taught classroom based learning, self directed learning and an assignment. You are expected to spend approximately 60 hours of self-directed study doing preparatory and follow-up reading, and completing coursework for each module.

Please see the timetable for full details of module dates (PDF).

Compulsory Modules

• Cellular and Molecular Basis of Cancer* (20 credits)
• Research Methods and Statistics* (10 credits)
• Molecular Pathology in Stratified Cancer Medicine* (20 credits)
• Cancer Therapy* (20 credits)
• Perioperative management of oncology patients undergoing surgery* (20 credits)
• Dissertation (60 credits)

Optional Modules

• Advanced Cancer Clinical Trials - Design and Implementation* (10 credits)
• Haemato-oncology* (10 credits)
• Paediatric Oncology* (20 credits)
• Radiation Physics* (20 credits)
• Radiation Biology* (10 credits)
• Palliative Care and Cancer Patients* (20 credits)

*These modules are available on a stand-alone basis. For more details click on the module title.