The Oncology Graduate School Amsterdam is the collaborative graduate school of the Amsterdam UMC Cancer Center Amsterdam and the Netherlands Cancer Institute (NKI).
The OOA, accredited most recently for the period 2023-2028, provides a tailored educational program dedicated to training over 1000 PhD candidates specializing in oncology. This program includes courses, seminars, masterclasses and meetings with international experts.
We offer all first-year PhD candidates the basic oncology course, which provides them with a solid foundation in the basic principles of oncology. Subsequently, the PhD candidates can choose from more advanced courses focusing on cutting-edge scientific topics and the core research activities at our associated institutes. These advanced courses delve into specific tumor types, emerging oncology research areas, and innovative technologies, providing students with the skills and expertise to apply these methodologies in their own research project.
The OOA course program is designed to ensure that all PhD candidates acquire and enhance the essential skills necessary for a successful career, either in or outside of academia. In addition to education, the OOA organizes social activities and networking events, including the annual OOA retreat. This retreat is highly appreciated by the participants and considered stimulating scientifically as well as socially.
Thanks to the close cooperation of Amsterdam UMC and NKI, PhD candidates have the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with many internationally recognized cancer researchers.
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