Program Overview
The Online in Advanced Oncology at University of Ulm is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Online in Advanced Oncology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 9,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 9,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Online in Advanced Oncology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Course 2.1: Cellular and molecular biology
- Course 2.2: Diagnostics
- Course 2.3: Principles of Therapy
- Course 2.4: Epidemiology
- Course 3.1: Biometry
- Course 3.2: Clinical Trials
- Course 3.3: Ethical Aspects
- Course 3.4: Project Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
1. Who is eligible for Master Online Program Advanced Oncology?
- Physicians able to verify one year of professional experience in oncology
- Natural scientists able to verify two years of professional experience in oncology
2. Sufficient command of the English language (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS or work experience in an English-speaking country). These requirements do not apply if the applicant is a native speaker or if the Bachelor degree program com- pleted was taught in English.
3. Upgrade of your ranking The ranking among the other applicants (based on the overall grade point average of your Bachelor degree) will upgraded if one of the following criteria is applicable and supported by documents:- At least three years of professional experience in oncology
- Completion of an additional qualification in oncology (e.g. specialist training board certification)
- Publications with a cumulative impact factor >10
- At least one year of relevant occupational experience in a foreign country
- Leadership experience (chair of department, oncology practice / center or research group)
- Third party funds raised independently
4. Interview
The best ranking applicants will be invited for a video interview (via Skype). In general, the interview appointments are scheduled in June/July. Selected applicants will be invited about two weeks before.
The video interview is conducted in English by the programs Selection Committee. The key aspects of occupational practice, expertise in oncology, additional qualifications as well as motivation for the study program will be discussed and evaluated. The evaluation also includes conduct during the interview in regard to manner of expression, command of the English language, the applicants approach to explaining problems and conclusiveness of argumentation. The interview generally lasts 20 min.The following documents are to be submitted as pdf files via the online application system:
- College or university degree in medicine or natural sciences, which shows the overall grade point average (if the diploma does not give the overall grade point average, please submit the transcript of records of the degree exams).
- Physicians: verification (for example, job reference letter) of at least one year of professional experience in oncology; Natural Scientists: verification of at least two years of professional experience in oncology.
- Proof of a sufficient command of the English language (e.g. TOEFL).
- Letter of motivation in which you should explain why you believe you are eligible for this program and how and why it will support your intended career.
- Curriculum vitae with list of publications (if applicable).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 9,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 9,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 9,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 9,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Ulm directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Ulm
University of Ulm
Ulm, Germany
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University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
