Cancer Biology and Immunology

About this programme

In the first year of your BSc Cancer Biology and Immunology degree, you'll gain a broad understanding of the biology of normal and cancerous cells. In addition to studying the immune system and the immune response, you'll take pathology, microbiology and biochemistry units.During your second year, you'll concentrate on the cellular and molecular basis of cancer and its therapy. You'll also study autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, diabetes and arthritis, and human cancers caused by viruses, including papillomavirus and hepatitis B. You'll deepen your knowledge of molecular genetics and have the chance to select an optional unit, such as Bench to Bedside and Beyond.All practical teaching in years one and two is supported by our dynamic laboratory manual eBiolabs. In your second year, you'll also develop your transferable and employability skills in the Biomedical Research, Employability and Enterprise Skills unit.During your course, we'll also prepare you for year three, which will see you undertake a grant proposal or research project, working in the research projects laboratory in our Biomedical Sciences Building or one of the hospitals.The four-year BSc Cancer Biology and Immunology with Study in Industry is available by transfer after securing a placement during your second year.