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Graduate Certificate in Cancer Sciences (Online)

Graduate Certificate.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Cancer Sciences is a cancer-specific, multidisciplinary program designed in collaboration with the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre (VCCC) and the University of Melbourne. Delivered fully online, it provides flexible access to contemporary cancer science topics and teaching from internationally renowned experts. Students can tailor their learning through a choice of specialised subjects to align with their professional interests and career goals in cancer care and research.

What you might learn

Students develop specialised, holistic knowledge of cancer sciences that can be directly applied in clinical, research, and industry workplaces. The course aims to build multidisciplinary understanding across oncology-related disciplines and strengthen evidence-informed practice. It is designed to enhance capability to contribute effectively to the growing oncology workforce through contemporary, expert-led learning.

Career outcome

Graduates may progress in oncology-related roles across clinical care, allied health, nursing, pharmacy, research, and clinical trials environments. The multidisciplinary focus supports career development in cancer services, translational research, and healthcare or pharmaceutical industry settings. The qualification can also provide a pathway into further specialised study in cancer sciences.

Entry requirements

IELTS 6.5: with no band less than 6.0


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$17,488 per year

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A$16,496 per year

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Information

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6 months

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January, April, July, October

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Online

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GC-CNCRSC

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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