Ulm University developed an innovative international postgraduate study program “Master Online Advanced Oncology” addressing clinical oncologists as well as scientists in the field of oncology. The study program is implemented by the International Center for Advanced Studies in Health Sciences and Services (ICAS) of the Medical Faculty and by the Comprehensive Cancer Center Ulm (CCCU) and was launched with the beginning of the winter semester in October 2010. The program enables clinical oncologists and scientists in the field of oncology to study in a timely and locally flexible manner and prepares for leadership tasks.

The exclusive learning atmosphere in small groups, in a close discourse with the experts is our understanding of modern, learner-oriented postgraduate education.

This study program, as an additional offer in continuing medical education, is taught in English and is being financially supported by the “Master Online” Program of the Ministry for Science, Research and Art of the State of Baden-Württemberg.

Target Group

The target group is primarily composed of graduates in medicine currently completing specialized training, but also includes practicing oncologists as well as employees of the pharmaceutical industry working in the field of oncology. The study program qualifies to execute leading positions in academic organizations, oncological centers or in the pharmaceutical and health care industry.

Structure of the Study Program – Modulated Time Schedule

The modular composition of the postgraduate study program is pursuing a networked competency development in oncological diagnosis and treatment, in the performance of scientific studies as well as in leadership tasks in oncological centers. In particular, the possibility of part-time learning in a timely and locally flexible manner is of great advantage. Integrated attendance seminars, intensive tutorial guidance and online conferences allow the exchange with renowned international experts. Furthermore, numerous joint activities with international professional societies, organizations and experts support the quality of this endeavor. In this sense, official cooperation has been entered, for instance, with the European School of Oncology (ESO), Italy, and with the School of Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA.