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MRes - Master of Research
Hammersmith Hospital Campus
Full Time
Sep 2026
1 Year
Course overview:Receive the broad training required to prepare for a research career in the fight against cancer on this Master's course. You'll examine cutting-edge developments in the field and experience some of the most technologically advanced approaches currently in use. During your studies, you'll analyse the cellular and molecular basis of cancer biology and be introduced to the clinical and pathological aspects of carcinogenesis. A series of workshops will help you develop key transferable skills for a research career, such as the oral presentation of scientific data and grant writing. You'll also gain insights into the excellent project opportunities at Imperial and partner institutions including the Crick Institute and Institute of Cancer Research. Immerse yourself in a multidisciplinary research environment on a 10-month focused research project in world leading labs.Cancer Biology (this stream) focuses on wet lab skills, data analysis, and communicating science to expert and lay audiences.
