Modules

All programmes must be completed within five years of starting and are delivered via e-learning. The MSc programmes are designed to last three-five years but you will study at your own pace within the guidelines provided. The MSc programmes will normally take a minimum of three academic years to complete, to achieve this you must study 30 credits per semester.

Pathway Options

Oncology includes modules which are specific to the diagnosis, radical and palliative aspects of treatment.

  • MSc (180 credits)
  • Diploma (120 credits)

Oncology for the Pharmaceutical Industry

  • MSc (180 credits)
  • Diploma (120 credits)

Palliative Care focuses on supporting patients' complex pain / symptom / psychological needs.

  • MSc (180 credits)
  • Diploma (120 credits)

Cancer Studies no specific pathway, students can choose from any of the modules offered.

  • Certificate (60 credits)

Each 10 credit module is the equivalent to 100 hours of notional study time. This includes time spent studying the course materials, networking with fellow students, reading, research, working through interactive activities preparing assessments, time spent with mentor, emailing your module leader and taking part in discussions boards.

All modules are offered subject to the constraints of the timetable and any restrictions on the number of students who may be taught that module. Not all modules will be offered each year.

We like to be as flexible as possible with students. You may wish to take fewer modules per semester. You can choose between 10 and 30 credits per semester depending on how quickly you want to finish your chosen programme.

Standalone CPD Modules

We offer the option of taking standalone modules, so you can pick and choose modules relevant to your line of work or personal interest. Standalone modules are specifically geared to those of you who are not particularly interested in gaining a qualification but learning about the modules we offer. To apply just stipulate which module you would like to take.