Increasing the life expectancy of cancer patients is a fundamental goal of oncologists. Don't hesitate any longer and increase your knowledge in this field" 

The Postgraduate Diploma in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques in Oncology is the result of an extensive study of these types of tumors by leading specialists in the field, who have sought to combine in this program the main concepts and advances in this field, in order to have highly specialized professionals to improve the numbers of deaths from these causes, as well as to make earlier diagnoses and more effective treatments. 

Therefore, the student will acquire skills to use molecular biology tools for an agnostic approach to rare cancers, having the opportunity to start from scratch, reviewing molecular oncology concepts in relation to genetics, epigenetics, ctDNA and RNA. Once these aspects are known, students will have in-depth knowledge of the study of tumor DNA, both in solid biopsy and liquid biopsy. 

This program focuses on the study of different types of cancer, including head and neck, skin and musculoskeletal cancers, in such a way that a complete and quality program is offered to increase the capabilities of the oncology professional. 

In this program, the experts, all of them referents in each field of knowledge, will develop aspects related to the context of this spectrum of pathologies, present the clinical and molecular vision, show their diagnostic and therapeutic approaches and  explain complementary aspects such as their research and institutional environment or the global reality of the patients who suffer from them. 

Students will be able to complete the program at their own pace, without being subject to fixed schedules or the travel involved in classes where physical attendance is required, so they can combine it with the rest of their daily obligations. 

Learn about the latest developments in these types of pathologies and you will notice how you advance in your daily work"

This postgraduate diploma in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques in Oncology contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. Its most outstanding features are:

• Case studies presented by experts in oncology
• The graphic, schematic and eminently practical contents with which they are conceived gather scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• News on tools for head and neck, skin, and musculoskeletal cancers
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies in the diagnosis and treatment of head and neck, skin and musculoskeletal cancers
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Postgraduate Diploma is the best investment you can make when selecting an up-to-date program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques in Oncology, you will obtain a qualification from TECH Technological University"

The teaching staff includes professionals from the Oncology field, who bring their experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive training programmed to train in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques in Oncology with extensive experience. 

This program comes with the best educational material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This 100% online program will allow you to balance your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The program in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques in Oncology is oriented to facilitate the performance of the professional dedicated to health with the latest advances and newest treatments in the sector. 

Our goal is to achieve academic excellence and help you achieve professional success"

General Objectives

• Acquire concepts and knowledge regarding the epidemiology, clinical, diagnosis and treatment of infrequent tumors, agnostic diagnoses and cancers of unknown origin 
• Know how to apply the diagnostic algorithms and evaluate the prognosis of this pathology
• Be able to integrate knowledge and face the complexity of formulating clinical and diagnostic judgments based on the available clinical information 
• Apply acquired knowledge and problem-solving skills in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to the area of study 
• Know how to establish complex therapeutic plans in the context of the pathology in question Have a deeper knowledge of specific treatment networks, reference centers, clinical trials 
• Acquire knowledge about molecular biology tools for the study of these tumors 
• Have thorough knowledge of and use Tumor Registries 
• Know and use the face-to-face or virtual Molecular Committees 
• Understand fundamental aspects of biobank operation 
• Specialize in interprofessional relationship tools for the treatment of orphan, agnostic and cancer of unknown origin and to access expert networks in the different pathology groups 
• Gain knowledge about how to communicate conclusions, and the ultimate knowledge and rationale behind them- to specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear and unambiguous manner 
• Understand the social responsibility due to rare diseases  

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Molecular Biology Tools for the Agnostic Approach to Rare Cancer

• Acquire the ability to use molecular biology tools for an agnostic approach to rare cancers
• Deepen the knowledge of the study of tumor DNA, both in solid biopsy and liquid biopsy
• Study aspects of the genome, the exome and sequencing panels; and to learn about the available platforms and current applications
• Develop skills in germline DNA, becoming familiar with the concepts of variants and polymorphisms and being able to study germline alterations in depth
• Provide the necessary knowledge in the study of messenger RNA, developing content about the transcriptome, RNA sequencing panels (Nanostring) and
• Single Cell  RNA
• Know in depth the development, present and future of drug sensing in primary cell culture and organoids
• Complete the training in immunotherapy with its aspects related to molecular biology, knowing concepts such as mutational load, neoantigens, microbiota or adoptive cell therapy

Module 2. Pleural, Mediastinal and Chest Wall Tumors: Lung Cancer As a Paradigm of New Rare Tumors. Head and Neck Cancer

• Teach students how to manage four groups of pathologies in this area: pleural tumors, mediastinal tumors (thymoma and thymic carcinoma), chest wall tumors and neuroendocrine lung tumors (typical carcinoid, atypical carcinoid and large cell carcinoma)
• Acquire skills in aspects of epidemiology, etiology and pathogenesis, clinical presentation, diagnosis and classification, prognostic factors, treatment and clinical guideline recommendations
• Explore the prospects for each of these areas of pathology
• Acquire competencies on the role of lung cancer as a paradigm of personalized medicine
• Be able to use diagnostic techniques and new treatment options The skills to be acquired in this block refer to the types of samples according to the diagnostic approach; optimization in sample management, response time and characteristics of the report; tumor heterogeneity; role of liquid biopsy; molecular diagnostic techniques: IHC, FISH, RT-PCR, NGS and guideline recommendations in this context
• Specialize in driver mutations in the lung cancer context: EGFR, BRAF, MET, KRAS, ALK, ROS-1
• Know in depth the role of translocations and rearrangements/amplifications: NTRK, RET, MET, HER-2
• Recognize the most uncommon tumors of the otorhinolaryngological and head and neck area, acquiring skills for their diagnosis and treatment

Module 3. Musculoskeletal Tumors: Epithelial Cancer. Central Nervous System Tumors: Ocular Tumors

• Specialize in sarcomas as a paradigm of rare cancers: their diversity, classification, characteristics and therapeutic diagnostic approach
• Prepare students for the initial approach and management of skeletal and soft tissue tumors and visceral sarcomas
• Gain in-depth knowledge of rare and ultra-rare tumors of the central nervous system
• Expand knowledge of next generation sequencing (NGS) as an emerging technology that can detect a wide variety of molecular disorders in brain tumors
• Learn about the development of technology in new equipment for neuro-oncological care, allowing stereotactic surgery, the evolution of neuroimaging techniques, neuronavigation, neuroendoscopy, as well as the emergence of specialized surgery instruments
• Acquire knowledge about rare epithelial neoplasms, Merckel cell carcinoma and ocular melanoma

Module 4. Uncommon Digestive Tumors Digestive Neuroendocrine Tumors. Thyroid Cancer

• Have an in-depth knowledge of a heterogeneous group of pathologies with very different diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic approaches, including: small bowel tumors, appendicular tumors, anal canal carcinoma, liver and intrahepatic bile duct tumors, gallbladder and extrahepatic bile duct neoplasms, and gastrointestinal stromal tumors
• Acquire skills in the molecular approach to enable effective treatment with targeted therapies, as in the case of GIST (gastrointestinal stromal tumors) or more recently carcinomas of the biliary tract
• Study thyroid cancer and neuroendocrine tumors Acquire the ability to diagnose and treat this group of neoplasms
• Specialize in neuroendocrine tumors and to acquire the competence to approach them in the context of the multidisciplinary team

Enter one of the most creative and exciting fields in the world of oncology with the background of a complete professional, qualified to successfully lead any project"