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Oncology – (M.Sc.)
VU University Amsterdam
Faculty of Earth and Life Sciences
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| Application Deadline: | Start in 1 September: July (non-EEA: April). | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,750 - ≈ € 12,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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Cancer is one of the main causes of death in the Western world. Research into preventing, detecting and treating it is important. Oncology provides you with the training you need.
In our ageing society the number of cancer patients will continue to rise in the coming decades, since the incidence of the disease is higher among the elderly. Research into how cancer develops and the long-term effects of cancer treatment is therefore essential. Especially now that more people are living longer after being successfully treated. Cancer research is multidisciplinary and takes place within a global network. Researchers must be well equipped to function effectively in such a demanding environment. A Master's degree in Oncology enables you to work in the field of biomedical/oncological research at universities or other research institutes. For example the Netherlands Cancer Institute and pharmaceutical or biotech companies in the Netherlands or abroad. These organizations are in direct need of Master's students in Oncology. Most Oncology students (75%) continue their career by working for a doctorate (PhD). Other career prospects include further specialization in medical or clinical programmes.
Contents
Types of teaching (in year 1):
- theory: 25%
- practice: 50%
- self study: 25%
Programme internationalization:
- Studying abroad is recommended.
This programme has a workload of 120 ECTS.
Specialities:
Topmaster Oncology:
Courses:
Oncogenesis(6 ECTS):
Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Tumor Immunology(6 ECTS):
Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Tumor Biology and Clinical Behaviour(6 ECTS):
Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Innovative Tumor Therapies(6 ECTS):
Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Scientific Writing in English(3 ECTS):
Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Certified competences
Knowledge minimum
Previous education
Professional experience
Grade average
Additional subject: oncology and immunity
Grade list
Language test
Additional language requirements:
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6.5
- IELTS reading: 6.5
- IELTS writing: 6.5
- IELTS speaking: 6.5
- TOEFL paper based: 570
- TOEFL computer based: 237
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 570 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 237 |
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
Funding details
Scholarships / Grants:
Neso Indonesia:
StuNed Scholarships for Master studies, short courses and customized training programmes are available for Indonesian professionals with at least two years work experience in a development-related organization.
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Nuffic:
The Erasmus programme is a component of the European programme 'LifeLong Learning' from the European Commission for mobility of higher education in Europe. An Erasmus scholarship covers a period of 3-12 months. Only students or graduates from educational institutions can take part in the programme.
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VU University Amsterdam:
VU University Amsterdam awards its own scholarships to outstanding students joining our international Master's degree programmes. The VU Fellowship is an amount of money between 2.500 and 15.000 Euros to cover a part of the study expenses. The general criteria for selection are excellence, motivatio
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