Master in Oncology

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until May 31, 2027; the tuition fee is 43,000 CNY per year.

The Master in Oncology at Central South University is a 3-year degree for students who want to specialize in cancer treatment and research. It's taught in English and focuses on practical medical training.

This program covers subjects like cancer biology, oncology nursing, and radiation therapy, and includes clinical practice and research projects. Students develop skills in cancer diagnosis, treatment, and patient management, and learn to work with patients and families.

Graduates can work as Oncologists, Cancer Researchers, Radiation Therapists, Pediatric Oncologists, or Hematologists in hospitals, research centers, or pharmaceutical companies.

Central South University (CSU) in Changsha is a major Chinese national university formed in 2000 through the merger of three institutions and recognized as a Double First Class university. Home to more than 55,000 students and over 1,600 international students, CSU offers a comprehensive range of programs across engineering, medicine, materials science, rail transit and the social sciences, organized within numerous schools and research institutes.

CSU is research-intensive with national key laboratories, engineering centers and clinical hospitals that support advanced inquiry and applied innovation. The university promotes international collaborations with partners in more than 30 countries and provides scholarship opportunities for international applicants, including full and partial awards that may cover tuition, accommodation and stipends. Language pathways and preparatory programs are available for students who need to strengthen Chinese or English proficiency prior to degree study.

Campus life in Changsha blends a vibrant urban setting with extensive on-campus services and multiple accommodation options for overseas students. CSU’s strong industry links and alumni network support internships and employment outcomes, while a broad range of academic fields and postdoctoral centers make it a good fit for students seeking rigorous research training or professionally oriented degrees in one of China’s leading comprehensive universities.