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Innovative computational methods in cancer research, such as machine learning, digital pathology, spatial analysis, and big data analytics, are transforming our understanding of disease. This program equips students with emerging digital tools that are reshaping cancer research's future while training them to analyze complex data outputs. Program highlights
Access state-of-the-art facilities and benefit from the combined expertise of the University of Glasgow and Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
Attend seminars led by internationally renowned experts.
Gain from collaborations with NHS partners and industry leaders like Bioclavis, Canon, Hamamatsu, Oracle Bio, and Visiopharm.
Stay at the forefront of pathology and medical innovation through an intensive seminar series, hands-on training with Qupath, exposure to visualization and AI technologies, and visits to the Glasgow Tissue Research Facility and Wolfson Wohl Cancer Research Centre.
With digital pathology and AI becoming integral to NHS and industry positions, our program delivers specialized training that's rare among UK institutions.Career opportunities
Graduates will be well-prepared for computational biology or bioinformatics careers in academia and industry, biomedical science positions within the NHS, or research roles across various sectors.The program's comprehensive training, including the research project component, develops both theoretical knowledge and practical skills valued by NHS and industry partners.Moreover, this MSc serves as excellent preparation for students considering doctoral studies in these fields.
2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Genetics, Pharmacology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Physiology, Anatomy or Pathology with at least 40% of credit bearing modules in Life Sciences at an average grade of pass.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online (not General Training): 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0
TOEFL (ibt, mybest or athome): 90 overall with Reading 20; Listening 19; Speaking 19; Writing 21
Pearsons PTE Academic: 59 with minimum 59 in all subtests
Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): 176 overall, no subtest less than 169
Oxford English Test: 7 overall with no subtest less than 6
LanguageCert Academic SELT: 70 overall with no subtest less than 60