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Richard Foster and Paul Taylor

Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is part of the Going to University collection which has been specifically designed for students at schools and colleges. They provide a taster of undergraduate study at the University of Leeds and help students to decide which subject to study at university. You can use the hashtag #FLcancerMed to talk about this course on social media.

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Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is part of the Going to University collection which has been specifically designed for students at schools and colleges. They provide a taster of undergraduate study at the University of Leeds and help students to decide which subject to study at university. You can use the hashtag #FLcancerMed to talk about this course on social media.

Topics Covered

  • The history of cancer medicines with a focus on cancer chemotherapy.
  • The sources of information to use when researching cancer medicines.
  • Important developments that led to the discovery of modern chemotherapeutics.
  • How developments in cancer medicines are reported in the news.
  • Modern perspectives of cancer chemotherapy.
  • An overview of new approaches to cancer treatment.
  • Telling the story: research and write a blog post about future directions in cancer medicines.

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Reviews summary

Introduction to cancer medicine basics

According to learners, "Exploring Cancer Medicines" provides a solid and accessible introduction to the field. Many found the lectures clear and well-structured, making complex topics understandable, particularly for those new to the subject. The course covers the history of chemotherapy and provides an overview of new treatment approaches. Some students highlighted the engaging content and the helpfulness of the quizzes and readings in reinforcing learning. While widely praised as an excellent starting point, some reviewers with prior scientific backgrounds felt the content was too basic and lacked depth in certain areas. Overall, it's seen as a highly beneficial course for students considering related university studies or anyone seeking a foundational understanding.
Content is engaging, quizzes and readings helpful.
"The course material was very engaging and held my interest throughout."
"The quizzes reinforced learning effectively, helping me consolidate knowledge."
"I found the recommended readings very helpful in expanding on the lecture topics."
Highly suitable for pre-university students.
"As a student considering medicine, this course was perfect for me."
"It's highly beneficial for high school or college students exploring this field."
"This course gave me a great overview and helped confirm my interest in studying medicine."
Provides an accessible overview for beginners.
"Fantastic introduction. Explains complex topics clearly."
"Lectures are well-structured and easy to follow, even for those new to the subject."
"This course provided an excellent foundation for understanding cancer drugs and treatments."
Content may lack depth for advanced learners.
"I found some parts a bit basic and expected more detail on modern approaches."
"While good for beginners, I felt it lacked depth compared to other courses I've taken."
"Those with a strong science background might find this course too introductory."

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