Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
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Study Details: 1 year (full-time), 2-4 years (part-time)
Despite the fact that we have improved methods of detection and many novel therapies, cancer is still a major killer worldwide. This programme will aim both to inform and equip the practitioner with the necessary skills to function in a modern clinical environment specialising in caring for the cancer patient, and will be relevant both to day-to-day NHS hospital practice and general practice.
The programme will be developed to allow students to access most of the course material online – with online text, videos of lectures and comments and assessments. Skill-oriented areas such as case
Students will join a team of clinical and medical researchers where they will gain the opportunity to gain theoretical, clinical and
The modules run in three-day blocks and are therefore suitable for working doctors and healthcare professionals. Assessment is entirely through coursework. This culminates in the Research Dissertation, which is assessed through your production of two publishable scientific articles. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable.
If clinical research is your interest – successful completion of the MSc will allow direct registration onto
Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Applications are invited from:
https://www1.chester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/postgraduate-finance/current-postgraduate-fees
The programme provides specialist training for doctors, or healthcare professionals, in cancer care.
It also provides an excellent grounding for those looking to undertake MPhil or PhD research. All candidates would be able to register for a PhD on successful completion of the MSc.
The programme is modular with six taught modules – each worth 20 credits. The last of these involves a clinical placement. The course culminates in a 60-credit Research Dissertation.
MD7001:
A module that provides training in the essential skills needed as a researcher or practitioner to use the scientific and medical literature. Equips the students with the skills required to:
MD7002: Analysis and Interpretation of Clinical Data (20 credits)
Develops an understanding of the theories underpinning modern analytical and molecular procedures of relevance to the clinician; and develop a critical appreciation of the uses and limitations of a range of analytical and molecular techniques relevant to clinical and biomedical science. Sessions will cover:
MD7003: Clinical Medicine (20 credits)
Utilises the changes that occur during ageing to develop an in-depth knowledge of the pathology of selected organ systems, including the importance of diagnosis and management of human disease. Areas covered include:
MD7013: Oncology (20 credits)
Studies the diagnosis and management of cancer patients. Areas include:
MD7014: Therapeutic Advances in Oncology (20 credits)
Reviews current guidelines and their evidence base for the treatment of cancer. Areas include:
MD7006: Clinical Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis (20 credits) – Optional
Develops an understanding of the immunological processes involved in various aspects of clinical immunology and an in-depth understanding of the interactions between pathogens and the human host.
MD7101: Current Clinical Practice (20 credits) – Optional
Develops a proactive approach to understanding the current developments in clinical practice. A series of seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. Students will also join clinical teams for placements in their chosen specialism for training in a variety of protocols.
MD7100: Research Dissertation (60 credits)
An opportunity to investigate systematically and in depth a laboratory-based topic of direct relevance to the programme of study and his/her personal interests; to enable the student to draw on and contribute to the development of the growing body of knowledge in the broad clinical/biomedical sciences field; and to present the outcomes of personal research in the form of two publishable scientific articles.
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