Cancer Technology
Develop a unique understanding of cancer from a bioengineering perspective.
Develop a unique understanding of cancer from a bioengineering perspective
Receive expert training from leading engineers, life scientists, medics, and clinicians
Apply your knowledge on a nine-month cross-disciplinary research project
Course key facts
Qualification
MRes
Duration
1 year
Start date
September 2025
Study mode
Full-time
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Fees
£18,500 Home
£42,900 Overseas
Delivered by
Location
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South Kensington
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White City
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Minimum entry standard
2:1 in an Engineering subject, or Physical, Mathematical, Medical or Biological Science, or equivalent
Course overview
Build the skills required to address tomorrow's challenges in cancer on this Master's course.
You'll explore state-of-the-art technologies and the physical sciences/mathematical approaches used in this crucial area of bioengineering.
You'll also gain a critical understanding of the fundamentals of cancer progression and current challenges in cancer management.
A nine-month cross-disciplinary research project provides an opportunity to apply your knowledge to solving challenges in cancer.
This project will augment your research and analytical skills, with the results communicated through oral and written scientific formats.
You'll also collaborate with experts from the world-leading Institute of Cancer Research as you build up your subject expertise in the field.
Structure
This page is updated regularly to reflect the latest version of the curriculum. However, this information is subject to change.
Find out more about potential course changes.
Please note: it may not always be possible to take specific combinations of modules due to timetabling conflicts. For confirmation, please check with the relevant department.
You’ll take all of these core modules.
Core modules
Understand the fundamental biological and biophysical processes involved in cancer and the application of bioengineering to better understand and manage the disease.
Discover the basics of python programming and statistical methods and understand the underlying concepts of statistics.
Become familiar with the breadth and variety of research in cancer technology, and develop your presentation, writing and critical analysis skills.
Receive additional training in engineering and physical science skills for application towards cancer research and management.
Begin the background research and planning for your research project.
Professional accreditation
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This degree is accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED), on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Our course accreditations are renewed every five years; the current accreditation agreement covering the current academic year and onwards is provisional and subject to our satisfying the requirements of the accrediting Professional Engineering Institutes, which we expect to complete by the end of the Academic Year.
Teaching and assessment
Balance of teaching and learning
Key
- Lectures and tutorials
- Research project
- Individual study
- 4% Lectures and tutorials
- 78% Research project
- 18% Individual study
Teaching and learning methods
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Lectures
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Lab work
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Presentations
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Virtual learning environment
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Demonstrations
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Lecture recordings
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Research project
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Workshops
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Group exercises
Balance of assessment
Key
- Coursework
- Exams
- Practical
- 45% Coursework
- 5% Exams
- 50% Practical
Assessment methods
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Coursework
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Written reports
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Poster presentations
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Final thesis
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Oral presentations
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Dissertation
Entry requirements
We consider all applicants on an individual basis, welcoming students from all over the world.
2:1 in an Engineering subject, or Physical, Mathematical, Medical or Biological Science, or equivalent.
Footnotes
Students with a minimum 2:1 degree in medical science, biology or cancer-related subject may be admitted if they have a demonstrated track record of training or engagement in engineering, biophysics, cancer technologies or mathematics.
How to apply
Apply online
You can submit one application form per year of entry. You can choose up to two courses.
Application deadlines – Round 2 closes on Thursday 27 March 2025
We operate a staged admissions process with several application rounds throughout the year.
Apply by 23.59 (UK time) on the closing date of an application round, to ensure you receive a response on your application by the relevant decision date.
Application rounds
Round 1
- Applications open on Friday 27 September 2024
- Applications close on Thursday 16 January 2025
- Decision by Thursday 6 March 2025
Round 2
- Applications open on Friday 17 January 2025
- Applications close on Thursday 27 March 2025
- Decision by Thursday 1 May 2025
Round 3
- Applications open on Friday 28 March 2025
- Applications close on Thursday 15 May 2025
- Decision by Thursday 17 July 2025
There is no application fee for MRes courses, Postgraduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas or research courses, such as PhDs and EngDs.
Find out more about how to apply for a Master's course, including references and personal statements.
Unless you are from an exempt nationality, you will need an ATAS certificate to obtain your visa and study this course.
Nationals from the following countries are exempt: Switzerland, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, USA and EEA members.
Use this information when applying for an ATAS certificate to study this course:
- CAH code: CAH10-01-06
- Descriptor: bioengineering, medical and biomedical engineering
- Supervisor name: Professor Rylie Green
Get guidance and support for obtaining an ATAS certificate.
Fees and funding
Home fee
2025 entry
£18,500
You should expect and budget for your fees to increase each year.
Your fee is based on the year you enter the university, not your year of study. This means that if you repeat a year or resume your studies after an interruption, your fees will only increase by the amount linked to inflation.
Find out more about our tuition fees payment terms, including how inflationary increases are applied to your tuition fees in subsequent years of study.
Whether you pay the Home or Overseas fee depends on your fee status. This is assessed based on UK Government legislation and includes things like where you live and your nationality or residency status. Find out how we assess your fee status.
If you're a UK national, or EU national with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, you may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from the UK government, if you meet certain criteria.
For courses starting on or after 1 August 2024, the maximum amount is £12,471.
The loan is not means-tested and you can choose whether to put it towards your tuition fees or living costs.
How will studying at Imperial help my career?
Develop your research skills for a future career in the field of cancer engineering.
Learn teamwork, research, analysis, and scientific presentation skills.
Gain technical knowledge, expertise, and transferable skills from industry partners.
Potential career paths include pharmaceutical discovery, biotechnology, medical devices, and continued PhD study.
Further links
Contact the department
- Telephone: +44 (0)20 7594 5146
- Email: be.pgadmissions@imperial.ac.uk
Programme Lead: Dr Jun Ishihara
Visit the Department of Bioengineering website.
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