Highlights
Tuition fee
2000 USD / full
Free
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Tuition fee
2000 USD / full
Free
Unknown
Duration
14 days
Duration
14 days
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
Anytime
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Start date
Anytime
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Start date
Anytime
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Campus location
Thessaloníki, Greece
Campus location
Thessaloníki, Greece
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Oncology programme from Cerca Abroad offers pre-med, medical, and graduate students the opportunity to observe and learn alongside experienced oncologists in both clinical and research settings, with a focus on cancer diagnosis, treatment, and patient care.

Overview

The Oncology programme from Cerca Abroad will experience a comprehensive rotation across various units of the Oncology Clinic, including:

  • Outpatient Clinics: Observation of outpatient consultations and follow-ups.
  • Nursing Unit: Exposure to inpatient care for oncology patients with various conditions.
  • Short-Term Hospitalization Unit: Understanding short-term treatment protocols and patient management.
  • Molecular Oncology Laboratory: Introduction to advanced cancer research, including tumor marker studies and cancer genomics.

Participants will observe clinical diagnosis, therapeutic treatments, and patient consultations under the direct supervision of attending physicians and clinical researchers. The internship is designed to provide a thorough understanding of oncological practices, emphasizing modern, internationally recognized methods of diagnosis and treatment.

Associated career paths:

Oncologist, Hematologist-Oncologist, Radiation Oncologist, Surgical Oncologist, Medical Researcher, Oncology Nurse, Palliative Care Specialist, Clinical Trials Coordinator, Cancer Epidemiologist, Genetic Counselor, Molecular Oncology Scientist, Pathologist, Public Health Specialist in Oncology, Medical Writer (Oncology), Medical Laboratory Technologist

Programme Structure

Key Learning Experiences
  • Clinical Diagnosis & Treatment: Learn about the clinical approaches to diagnosing and managing cancer patients, including chemotherapy protocols, symptom management, and multidisciplinary care.
  • Therapeutic Strategies: Observe therapeutic decision-making, including the treatment of side effects from chemotherapy and palliative care.
  • Patient Interaction: Shadow oncologists during patient rounds in the Nursing Unit and outpatient clinics.
  • Oncology Education: Attend lectures, case discussions, and seminars on topics such as cancer epidemiology, oncogenes, chemotherapy toxicity, urgent oncological issues, and supportive therapies.
  • Research Exposure: Gain insight into ongoing clinical research projects and the latest advancements in oncology, particularly through interaction with the Molecular Oncology Laboratory team.

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 14 days

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details

All year round except for August and the two weeks around New Year’s Day

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Thessaloníki, Greece

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Must be 18 years old or over and preferably with least one year of undergraduate study completed, with a relevant scientific major such as biology, chemistry, neuroscience, behavioral sciences, physics etc. 
  • Interns must have a genuine interest in medicine and commitment to observation of both surgical and non surgical procedures.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Cerca Abroad and/or in Greece, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    2000 USD / full
    2000 USD / full
  • Free

Additional Details

  • Starting from $2,000

Living costs

Thessaloníki

Greece
545 - 758 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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