Program Overview

Program Overview

The Haemato-oncology course provides a comprehensive overview of Haemato-oncology, led by specialists in their field. It focuses on the latest research and developments in the discipline, thereby providing the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research and be at the forefront of advancements in Haemato-oncology.

Neoplastic conditions of the haemapoietic and lymphoid systems are closely related and account for over 4000 deaths in the UK each year. Treatment of patients with haemopoietic malignancies involves a range of strategies such as transplantation, tyrosine kinase inhibitors, and differentiation agents. This course is delivered by both clinical and non-clinical staff, and there is a strong emphasis on current research and recent developments within the discipline.

Course Details

Attendance Required

• 5-day block of teaching

Course Dates

• Dates for 2025/26 are to be confirmed. The course normally runs from February to March.

Assessment

• Oral presentation plus 1000-word written assignment

Academics Involved

• Dr. Manoj Raghaven
• Dr. Fiona Clark
• Professor Guy Pratt

Credits

• 10 credits

Entry Requirements

• 6 months of oncology experience
• Holding a degree, preferably a 2.1 or equivalent qualifications in an appropriate medical/scientific subject

Fees

Fees for 2025/26 Entry

• Microcredential (Home): £605
• Microcredential (International): £1,687
• Non-credit: £505.60

Application Process

You can choose to study this course as either a microcredential or a non-credit CPD short course.

Why Choose a Postgraduate Microcredential Short Course?

• Microcredentials offer the perfect opportunity to boost your CV without the commitment of a full degree
• Usually taken from existing modules within a Masters, they can be used as standalone credentials with some also counting as academic credits at postgraduate level
• Add a postgraduate level qualification to your CV
• Develop the specialist skills you need for your career goals
• Alumni status with the University of Birmingham
• Learners will have the same access to our student support and campus facilities as our students on full degree programmes

Application Deadline

• Applicants eligible for Home fees are to apply a minimum of 6 weeks before the module start date
• Applicants eligible for Overseas fees are to apply a minimum of 3 months before the module start date

Non-credit Short Course

The microcredential and the non-credit short course follow the same course structure. The difference between them is that with the non-credit short course, you do not take the assessment at the end, therefore, you will not receive credits but will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate cannot be converted to credits. Places on the non-credit short course are limited.