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Overview
The Cancer Studies research programme from University of Nottingham offers a dedicated research environment, bringing together staff and students at all stages of their careers to benefit from a dynamic interdisciplinary structure that enables the next generation of breakthroughs in basic discovery and translational cancer science.
The Centre for Cancer Sciences is housed in a new £25M building (Biodiscovery Institute) and hosts 145 academic leaders working in shared facilities and common working space to enhance collaboration.
Careers
90% of postgraduates from the School of Medicine secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual salary for these graduates was £39,564.
Programme Structure
Research areas include:
- Breast Cancer
- Brain Cancer (Childhood And Adult)
- Ovarian Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Haematology And Blood Cancers
- Cancer Genomics
- Cancer Immunology
- Cancer Metabolism
- Tumour Microenvironment
- Pre-clinical Oncology Models
- Radiation Biology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
PTE Academic 76
IELTS 7
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Nottingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
PTE Academic 76
IELTS 7
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Other requirements
General requirements
- 2.1 (or equivalent) degree in a relevant subject and two references including at least one academic reference.
- If you have contacted a supervisor and they have informally agreed to supervise you, please provide us with a personal statement as part of the online application form. This should cover your reasons for applying, why you are interested in the programme, your previous subject and work experience and your future aspirations.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents25900 GBP / year≈ 25900 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5530 GBP / year≈ 5530 GBP / year
Additional Details
International fees: £25,900 to £58,100 per year
Living costs
Nottingham
United Kingdom
583 - 978 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Cancer Sciences.
Available Scholarships
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Provided by university
Grant
13500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Sports Scholarships
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Provided by university
Grant
7000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
International Sporting Excellence Award
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2027
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2027
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
CIAPS Commonwealth Scholarships for Postgraduate Professional Studies
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
“The Hope For Healing” Scholarship
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