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Cancer MRes - Imperial or KCL

I have applied to MRes courses: Cancer Biology at Imperial and Translational Cancer Medicine at KCL.

Can anyone here provide insights into the research done/quality of the masters courses?

Reply 1

hi, have you received a decision from KCL?

Reply 2

Original post by Anonymous
I have applied to MRes courses: Cancer Biology at Imperial and Translational Cancer Medicine at KCL.
Can anyone here provide insights into the research done/quality of the masters courses?

I did my studies at UCL, but personally l would choose Imperial over KCL. Remember that Imperial is more research intensive than KCL, and the MRes is your chance to network and impress PIs of your abilities and personal traits. Imperial offer more funded PhD places, if that is your goal.

Reply 3

hi, have you received a decision from KCL?

Yes, they gave me a decision on the day of my interview then updated the portal much later. Good luck though!

Reply 4

Original post by Xtine_wx_h08
Yes, they gave me a decision on the day of my interview then updated the portal much later. Good luck though!

hi I will have the interview in couple of days and I'm nervus about this. Would you mind sharing what the interview is like? That would be very helpful! Thank you!

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Original post by bz1222
hi I will have the interview in couple of days and I'm nervus about this. Would you mind sharing what the interview is like? That would be very helpful! Thank you!

The interview is nothing to be afraid of. They will ask about your research interests, career aims, and they may thrown in a question about the biology behind the projects they are offering. They will also ask about how you intend to fund the course, as well as any hobbies you are into. Dress casual smart, and don't frown or show a negative attitude. Remember that they want to take on someone who will fit in with their research group and take the MRes seriously, but also someone who can communicate well and be a team player.

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Original post by Physician
The interview is nothing to be afraid of. They will ask about your research interests, career aims, and they may thrown in a question about the biology behind the projects they are offering. They will also ask about how you intend to fund the course, as well as any hobbies you are into. Dress casual smart, and don't frown or show a negative attitude. Remember that they want to take on someone who will fit in with their research group and take the MRes seriously, but also someone who can communicate well and be a team player.

hi i hope you are well. i recently received the same offer MRes Translational Cancer Medicine for september 2025 entry and would like to hear a bit about your insights & experiences studying on this course, obviously only if you are happy to share. i am waiting for UCL's response to my MRes Reproductive Science and Women’s Health application. these are my top choices since i am very keen on prioritising research for the next year and have difficulty judging which course would be better. i understand that i am still waiting for UCL’s offer and there is no guarantee that i will be getting it but would just like to think about this ahead of time. i am applying to these courses for my intercalation (degree in between medical school years at King's, so will be staying in the same uni if i decide to go ahead with translational cancer MRes). thank you very much for your help!

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Original post by mochimochii
hi i hope you are well. i recently received the same offer MRes Translational Cancer Medicine for september 2025 entry and would like to hear a bit about your insights & experiences studying on this course, obviously only if you are happy to share. i am waiting for UCL's response to my MRes Reproductive Science and Women’s Health application. these are my top choices since i am very keen on prioritising research for the next year and have difficulty judging which course would be better. i understand that i am still waiting for UCL’s offer and there is no guarantee that i will be getting it but would just like to think about this ahead of time. i am applying to these courses for my intercalation (degree in between medical school years at King's, so will be staying in the same uni if i decide to go ahead with translational cancer MRes). thank you very much for your help!

Damn lucky you☘️wish i was in that position

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Original post by mochimochii
hi i hope you are well. i recently received the same offer MRes Translational Cancer Medicine for september 2025 entry and would like to hear a bit about your insights & experiences studying on this course, obviously only if you are happy to share. i am waiting for UCL's response to my MRes Reproductive Science and Women’s Health application. these are my top choices since i am very keen on prioritising research for the next year and have difficulty judging which course would be better. i understand that i am still waiting for UCL’s offer and there is no guarantee that i will be getting it but would just like to think about this ahead of time. i am applying to these courses for my intercalation (degree in between medical school years at King's, so will be staying in the same uni if i decide to go ahead with translational cancer MRes). thank you very much for your help!

I am doing MRes Translational Cancer Medicine right now. I have just finished one rotation and I am starting my second one. From what I've heard from my cohort, there is a diverse range of projects that they offer for your rotations and I assume like last year you gave them your top 5 project choices. The experience you get is all great and inevitably it can be intense. Main thing is to plan your time well and keep in touch with supervisors/research group if you need help. I think the first 6 months of the course is more intense. There's lectures from different KCL researchers but don't worry about learning everything as you won't be assessed. There is an open essay that you need to balance with project 1. They also do workshops on skills such as presentations, interview skills and PhD applications. The cohort is pretty small so easy to approach staff whether it's the course leads or your supervisors. Hope this helps

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