This course brings together both basic and translational aspects of Cancer Biology to provide a comprehensive, in depth coverage of our current knowledge of the mechanisms underpinning cancer development, the key challenges that lie ahead, and the recent innovations for improving existing, and developing novel, rational-based therapeutic approaches. The course combines a semester of lectures, tutorials and discussion groups led by internationally renowned scientists and clinicians, followed by a 6-month laboratory-based research project in the Division of Cancer Research. Students gain an in-depth training in the molecular biology of cancer, critical analysis and cutting edge research techniques. This training, coupled with the extended research project, provides students with an excellent foundation for further postgraduate study at PhD level and for subsequent academic or industrial research careers. The MRes Cancer Biology is designed to prepare students for academic or industrial research careers. Graduates will be ideally-positioned to pursue further postgraduate study at PhD level.