London,
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Type
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Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Cell, Gene and Novel Therapies MSc in London United Kingdom | University College London
University College London
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London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
39,800
(c. USD53,258.37)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The MSc in Cell, Gene and Novel Therapies offers comprehensive training in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field of biological treatments. This program explores all facets of cellular, genetic, and innovative therapies, encompassing applied genomics, disease mechanisms, stem cell science, tissue regeneration, emerging biomedical technologies, and clinical implementations. Students will also gain expertise in research methodologies and statistical analysis.
Ideal candidates
This course targets BSc graduates in related disciplines, medical professionals, and researchers seeking to enhance their expertise in this specialized and fast-growing domain. Graduates may pursue careers in clinical research, therapeutic development, regulatory affairs for advanced treatments, or participation in clinical trials.
Career prospects
The program prepares students for diverse roles across academia, healthcare, industry, and regulatory bodies. Potential career paths include:
- University teaching and research positions
- Therapeutic innovation in healthcare systems or pharmaceutical companies
- Clinical trial coordination with multidisciplinary teams
- Clinical trial data analysis in specialized units
Alumni have assumed leadership positions in NHS and international healthcare organizations, joined pharmaceutical firms and consultancies, pursued doctoral studies, or established their own enterprises. Graduates have secured positions with prominent organizations including Biologics, IQVIA, Clinigen, and various UK and international universities.
Employment data comes from HESA's Graduate Outcomes survey tracking UK/EU graduates from 2017-2021.
Skills development
The program fosters essential scientific and analytical competencies such as:
- Research and data evaluation
- Academic writing and presentations
- Scientific discourse and debate
- Experimental and clinical trial planning
- Ethical and regulatory awareness
Students maintain records of transferable skills acquired through coursework, preparing them for advanced research or professional roles.
Duration: Flexible study option spanning 5 years
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Students who do not meet these requirements but have appropriate professional experience will also be considered.
 
IELTS: Overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in each component. TOEFL: Overall score of 96 with 24/30 in reading and writing and 22/30 in speaking and listening.
Tuition
GBP
39,800