What is cancer, and why is it a major cause of death in Australia? This course covers the Hallmarks of Cancer as described by Hanahan and Weinberg in their seminal papers of 2000 and 2011. The Hallmarks of Cancer course provides the journey of discovery required to appreciate how normal cell biology and molecular genetics are derailed to drive cancer. Principles of cancer initiation, progression and treatment will be illustrated through cutting edge research and clinically-led teaching. The course will explore the genetic, epigenetic, molecular, cell biology, cell signalling and immunological basis of cancer biology that have led to improved patient outcomes. The practicals and tutorials will cover research technologies currently used for diagnosing and treating cancer patients.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Explain the molecular and cellular basis of cancer initiation and progression.
- Illustrate how molecular and cellular discoveries have improved cancer treatment using specific examples.
- Apply knowledge to critically assess experimental and clinical approaches.
- Critically analyse experimental data towards diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
Indicative Assessment
- Lab Report Practicals (special focus on LO 4) (35) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Essay (25) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Final exam (40) [LO 1,2,3]
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Workload
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including:
- Face-to face component which may consist of 2-3 lectures per week (36 hours per semester) and up to 18 hours of laboratory and computer sessions per semester.
- Approximately 76 hours of self directed study which will include preparation for lectures, presentations and other assessment tasks.
Students are expected to actively participate and contribute towards discussions.
Inherent Requirements
To be determined
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
The Biology of Cancer, (2nd Edition, 2014). Robert Weinberg.Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $5280 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $7080 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7762 | 22 Jul 2024 | 29 Jul 2024 | 31 Aug 2024 | 25 Oct 2024 | In Person | N/A |
