Cancer Biology and Immunology (MSc)

Embark on a career in cancer research with a focus on the latest research advances and novel technologies. This master’s degree in cancer biology and immunology is suitable for science graduates or those with an industrial, pharmaceutical or clinical and healthcare background.

You'll be embedded within the School for Cancer Sciences. You'll work alongside scientific and clinical experts in the field of cancer research. The course programme is driven by the latest cutting edge research. You'll also have access to the Centre for Cancer Immunology , the UK’s first dedicated hub for cancer immunology research.

You'll develop an in-depth understanding of the biological and immunological mechanisms of cancer. You'll explore basic concepts and how these are translated into treatment in the clinic.

You'll study modules on:

• basic immunology
• cancer genomics
• cellular and molecular biology of cancer
• stratified medicine
• cancer immunology and immunotherapy

You'll also investigate the technologies and approaches used to translate lab-based discoveries into cancer immunotherapies or treatments.

As part of this course you'll:

• develop the fundamental research skills important for future careers in science
• gain practical laboratory experience through dedicated skills modules
• carry out an 18-week research dissertation project
• engage with different scientific and clinical sectors such as academic, clinical, NHS and industrial
• take advantage of state-of-the-art research facilities

Course lead

Dr Dean Bryant is a lecturer in computational cancer biology and Dr Emma Reeves is a lecturer in cancer immunology.

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Tuition fees

Fees for a year's study:

• UK students pay £13,400.
• EU and international students pay £30,300.

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Deposit

If you're an international student on a full-time course, we'll ask you to pay £2,000 of your tuition fees in advance, as a deposit.

Your offer letter will tell you when this should be paid and provide full terms and conditions.

Find out about exemptions, refunds and how to pay your deposit on our tuition fees for overseas students page.

What your fees pay for

Your tuition fee covers the full cost of tuition and any exams. The fee you pay will remain the same each year from when you start studying this course. This includes if you suspend and return.

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Accommodation and living costs, such as travel and food, are not included in your tuition fees. There may also be extra costs for retake and professional exams.

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10% alumni discount

If you’re a graduate of the University of Southampton, you could be eligible for a 10% discount on your postgraduate tuition fees.

Postgraduate Master’s Loans (UK nationals only)

This can help with course fees and living costs while you study a postgraduate master's course. Find out if you're eligible .

Funding your postgraduate studies

A variety of additional funding options may be available to help you pay for your master’s study. Both from the University and other organisations.

Funding for EU and international students

Find out about funding you could get as an international student .