Bioinformatics and Cancer Molecular Biology MSc

Understanding cancer at the molecular and cellular level is essential for developing new treatments. In a modern scientific research environment, this requires mastery of both computational bioinformatics and experimental laboratory approaches. This MSc will train you in cutting-edge bioinformatics and molecular biology approaches, equipping you with the skills needed to drive advances in cancer research. You will begin by spending three months learning bioinformatics skills by working in the Linux environment, on a course-supplied and configured laptop, learning programming in Python. You will also learn about cutting-edge approaches to genomics, transcriptomics and protein bioinformatics. Subsequently you will undertake four months of intensive taught lab work, tutorials and lectures that are focussed on the molecular and cellular aspects of cancer biology. This will be followed by a three-month independent experimental research project, that can involve computational and laboratory analyses. Throughout the course you will learn how to mine large datasets, analyse research data, critically assess research papers, and communicate complex scientific ideas and processes. First or second-class honours degree in a biological science subject awarded by a British university, or equivalent. Significant relevant experience may be considered. IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard. Find your country in this list to check equivalent qualifications, scholarships and additional requirements. If you are resident outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland, you will need to pay a deposit to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee. Find out more about tuition fees, scholarships and funding.

IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

International students: £24,250

UK students: £11,200

UK/Home: £11,200

International: £24,250

September each year

Please note if you require a visa to study you will be required to submit your course application by 24 July 2026

• Leicester, Campus-based, United Kingdom