Program Overview

Program Overview

The Cancer Therapy and Management course is a 20-credit microcredential program taught by experts in clinical oncology. This five-day course aims to develop a conceptual knowledge of cytotoxic and novel treatment strategies for cancer and apply this knowledge to the systemic and radiological management of particular cancers.

Course Details

• Duration: 5 days
• Delivery Format: In person
• Start Date: 2025/26 dates to be confirmed
• Award: Microcredential (20 credits)
• Entry Requirements: 2:1 degree and clinical experience

Course Structure

Course Overview

The course explains the scientific basis of cytotoxic and novel treatment strategies for cancer, including an overview of how radiation affects cells and its utilization in radiotherapy. This conceptual knowledge is integrated with information on the systemic and radiological management of particular cancers, with detailed discussions on treatment approaches and novel strategies.

Course Delivery

• Course Dates: Normally runs in April-May, with dates for 2025/26 to be confirmed
• Attendance Required: 5 days
• Assessment: MCQ examination (1 hour) plus a 1000-word written assignment
• Credits: 20 credits
• Academics Involved:
  • Dr. Jean Assender, Lecturer in Cancer Studies and Clinical Oncology Programme Lead
  • Dr. Emilio Porfiri, Senior Lecturer in Cancer Studies and NHS Consultant

Entry Requirements

• Degree: 2:1 degree
• Clinical Experience: Required

Fees and Scholarships

• Fees for 2025/26 Entry:
  • Microcredential (Home): £1,211.20
  • Microcredential (International): £3,374.40
  • Non-credit: £1,011.20

Program Benefits

• Microcredentials: Offer the perfect opportunity to boost your CV without the commitment of a full degree
• Postgraduate Level Qualification: Adds a postgraduate level qualification to your CV
• Specialist Skills: Develops the specialist skills you need for your career goals
• Alumni Status: Provides alumni status with the University of Birmingham
• Access to Facilities: Learners have the same access to student support and campus facilities as students on full degree programs

Application Process

• Deadline for Submitting an Application:
  • Applicants eligible for Home fees: a minimum of 6 weeks before the module start date
  • Applicants eligible for Overseas fees: a minimum of 3 months before the module start date
• Note: Once registered for the microcredential, you cannot swap for the non-credit short course version. Similarly, if you apply for the non-credit short course, you cannot swap to the microcredential version once registered.