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On completion of this module, students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the universal hallmarks in the molecular pathogenesis of cancer.
2. Contrast the incidence and mortality of cancers from the developed and developing worlds.
3. Interpret modern research methodologies in cancer biology and genetics.
4. Critically evaluate research findings in cancer biology and genetics.
5. Discuss how discoveries in cancer research are advancing cancer medicine to impact patient care and survival across different parts of the world.
6. Recognise the potential impact of the environment and life choices on cancer development.
7.Identify research leaders in cancer cell biology and genetics from across the world.
1. The fundamental hallmarks of cancer: an overview
2. Cancer development: role of tumour suppressors & oncogenes
3. Cancer progression: angiogenesis, invasion & metastasis
4. Cancer genomics
5. Cancer epigenetics & epigenomics
6. The dark matter of cancer development: role of ncRNAs
7. Tumour microenvironment & heterogeneity
8. Altered signalling pathways in cancers of the developing & developed world
9. Liquid biopsies: circulating tumour cells, microvesicles & cell-free nucleic acids in cancer detection & management
10. The biology & genetics of cervical cancer
11. The biology & genetics of prostate cancer
12. Breakthroughs in cancer research in the developing & developed world
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 12 |
Tutorial | 3 |
Specified Learning Activities | 10 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 100 |
Total | 125 |
Students should have a good understanding of cell biology and genetics.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Examination: Essay and short answer examination. | 2 hour End of Trimester Exam | No | Graded | No | 80 |
Assignment: Students choose a webinar to view and write a short blog post. | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 20 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | Yes - 2 Hour |
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