WELCOME
2024-2025 NEW STUDENT INFORMATION
We are looking forward to you all joining us at the Barts Cancer Institute, and Queen Mary University of London, in September 2024.
We are committed to delivering a fantastic education experience. No matter if you come in-person, study remotely, or require a mixture of both, we are here to fully support you.
Below you’ll find information and resources about joining us.
KEY INFORMATION
Application Deadline
We are accepting late applications, if places are still available. Please do apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
***IMPORTANT*** The deadline for postgraduate Overseas applications is 02 September 2024.
The deadline for postgraduate distance learning applications and postgraduate Home applications is 09 September 2024.
For further information, please follow this LINK.
Things to do before you arrive
Plan your finances: For the year ahead. Are you self-funded, sponsored or taking out a Student Finance loan? Whichever it is, make sure your payment is arranged as an invoice will be sent after you enrol. You can find out all you need to know about paying your tuition fees on our dedicated page.
Accommodation: Whether you want to meet new people in halls or flat share with friends, support and information is provided.
Healthcare: If you’re moving to London for the first time make sure you’re registered with a GP. If you’re an international student be sure to take out a healthcare plan.
IT Services: This page gives information about IT Services at Queen Mary.
QMPlus: Is our virtual learning environment - you can familiarise yourself with it before starting your programme.
Arriving in the UK: This page has useful information for International Students arriving in the UK.
Enrolment
Online Enrolment – Pre-enrolment begins from 19 August 2024 onwards. Full information on how to complete Online Enrolment will be sent to the email address provided to us during the admissions process.
Enrolment is really important in order for you to receive your IT login details and access to information like Programme Guides and information about elective modules and module selection, so please follow the instructions sent to you by registry.
Once you have enrolled you will receive a link to a password-protected page on our website where you will be able to access more information about your programme including teaching timetable.
What next?
- Once you have completed enrolment you will receive a link to a form to register for our Induction Day;
- When you have completed the form to register for induction you will receive a link to a password protected page containing all the information you need to get you started.
Induction 2024/25
***IMPORTANT*** You must register your attendance at Induction whether online or in person. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday 18th September 2024 and Thursday 19th of September 2024
Induction Days - MSc Cancer Courses: 10:00-17:00
Tuesday 17th September 2024
ID Card Collection from THE OCTAGON ,Queens Building, Mile End Campus, E1 4NS . CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Onsite Location: Charterhouse Square Campus
Induction will take place onsite, and students registered on our on campus programmes will be expected to attend in person. We understand that there may be issues with obtaining visas and documentation which may prevent you from arriving on time. If this is the case please let us know at bci-courseenquiries@qmul.ac.uk
Activities will be streamed online for students enrolled on our Distance Learning programmes. We have a fully-packed schedule to introduce you to the academic and support staff, give you an overview of what to expect and the opportunity to meet alumni.
Where to go for help
** When contacting any team in the University please provide your Application/Student ID number and programme title.
Fees
Everything related to fees including payment plans, deposits etc.
fees@qmul.ac.uk
Admissions
Everything relating to admissions including changing your offer from conditional to unconditional, English language requirements etc.
pgtadmissions@qmul.ac.uk
Immigration
We have a specialist team dedicated to advising students on Immigration issues.
https://www.welfare.qmul.ac.uk/international/
CAS
For information about how to obtain a CAS or follow up on any issues relating to it.
https://arcs.qmul.ac.uk/students/immigration/cas-request/
Programme Information
The Teaching Centre Office Team are here to answer queries about your programme such as Timetabling, Module Selection, Induction and anything else. We can also signpost you to relevant teams across the university when needed.
Please quote your applicant/student ID number when emailing us at bci-cancercourses@qmul.ac.uk.
Frequently asked questions
We will accept late applications if there is any capacity, but to avoid disappointment apply by the deadline.
We are processing your application as quickly as we can, if you are concerned then please contact Admissions to follow up if you haven’t heard back after 2 weeks.
Conditional offer holders:
Accept your offer when you receive it, so we know you want a place on the programme.
As soon as you have met your conditions, please upload your supporting documents onto the Applicant Portal, so your offer can be amended to Unconditional.
If you have any concerns about meeting your conditions please let us know.
Unconditional offer holders:
Once you accept your offer, you will be invited to enrol and receive information regarding the start of term at the beginning of September.
Unconditional offer holders who have firmly accepted their offer and have paid a deposit (if applicable) will receive an email from Registry inviting you to enrol, follow the instructions to enrol online.
At the end of August you will be sent an email from the BCI Teaching Centre with a password to access the New Student Programme Information area. Here you will find new student information such as induction schedule, timetables and programme information.
We encourage all onsite students to travel to the UK for Queen Mary’s Welcome Week (September 2024) or by the first week of the academic calendar.
However, if you are unable to join us in September for the start of your programme then our students will be able to study online until such time that you are able to travel to campus.
We encourage students to travel at the earliest opportunity available to them to ensure they make the most of the on-campus Queen Mary University of London experience.
BCI Teaching Centre Admin Office
For queries related to induction, the programme, start of term please email:
bci-cancercourses@qmul.ac.uk
Admissions
Queries relating to your application or offer should be sent to Admissions via your Applicant portal.
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