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Students will be trained in science research methods and learn the techniques used in molecular biology. Students will study the biology of disease, tumour biology, immunology, molecular oncology, haematological malignancy, plus diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for cancer. In addition to an understanding of the principles and practice of core topics in medical science, students will gain in-depth knowledge of oncology topics and their relationship to other medical disciplines. The research project can be carried out with one of Kingston University London's life science research groups. It is often an excellent selling point when looking for a job or promotion. Students will have the opportunity to work with companies such as GlaxoSmithKline or at a research institute, such as the Institute of Cancer Research and in hospital laboratories. Kingston University work with a variety of employers such as hospitals, community health care, NHS foundation trusts, academic publishers, and pharmaceutical companies, many of which also offer professional experience opportunities for the Cancer Biology MSc students. Graduates have gone on to roles in a wide variety of careers in hospital laboratories, commercial laboratories and cancer research.
