Techniques in Cancer Research
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ONCG4018 | Cancer and Stem Cells | 4 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- ONCG4018
- School
- Cancer and Stem Cells
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module provides an opportunity for students to develop an understanding of the principles underlying a range of up-to-date cellular and molecular biology methodology used in cancer research. A series of lectures will be given on various practical and analytical techniques commonly used in the scientific investigation of cancer. Students will also attend workshops based on the critical appraisal of research articles to enhance their evaluative skills.
Target Students
Compulsory module for MSc Oncology students.
Classes
- One 1-hour workshop each week for 3 weeks
- One 1-hour lecture each week for 15 weeks
15 hours of lectures, 3 hours workshops
Assessment
- 30% Coursework 1: Timed Coursework - Critical Analysis of a set published paper.
- 70% Exam 1 (2-hour): MCQ and short essay question.
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
To develop knowledge and skills of methodology used in cancer research, including laboratory techniques and appraisal of published articles. This will provide students with a basic grounding to be used in subsequent laboratory-based research.Learning Outcomes
To gain knowledge and understanding of molecular and cellular techniques commonly used in the scientific investigation of cancer including next generation sequencing, PCR-based techniques, proteomics, cell culture, in vivo models, gene editing and detection of genetic damage.
To develop skills in the critical evaluation of scientific research