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Overview
This Cancer Biology Specialization is offered by Coursera in partnership with Johns Hopkins University. Developed at Johns Hopkins University and led by top-ranked Hopkins faculty and cancer experts, this specialization on Cancer Biology focuses on the basics of cancer biology, how cancer metastasis occurs, and specifically, screening guidelines for prostate cancer, the most common cancer in American men.
What you'll learn
An introduction to the biology of cancer
The biology behind the steps in cancer metastasis
How to define risk factors for prostate cancer
The stages and treatment for prostate cancer
Skills you'll gain
- Prostate cancer
- Cancer Biology
- Metastasis theories
- Cancer treatment
- Anatomy of metastasis
- Cancer
- Biology
- Cancer Genetics
- Molecular Biology
- Cancer Stem Cells
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Introduction to the Biology of Cancer
- Understanding Cancer Metastasis
- Understanding Prostate Cancer
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 months
- 10 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Mountain View, United States
Disciplines
Biology Health Sciences View 21 other Short Courses in Biology in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Beginner level
- No prior experience required
Tuition Fees
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Additional Details
- This short course is included with Coursera Plus subscription
Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.
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