IARC Summer School – Frequently asked questions
What topics are covered?
- The practical application of epidemiological principles and methods to various cancer control activities;
- The search for causes of cancer;
- The implementation and evaluation of control programmes.
Module on Implementing Cancer Prevention and Early Detection:
- Cancer Control Overview
- Cancer risk factors and prevention strategies/approaches
- Principles and implementation of screening programs
What professionals are targeted?
Cancer registry staff, epidemiologists, statisticians, physicians and oncologists, public health specialists, postgraduate students, and others with a direct interest in working in cancer epidemiology, cancer registration, and activities related to cancer control, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
All participants must be fluent in English, the working language of the course.
What countries are targeted?
Professionals from all countries can apply. Priority is given to applicants from low- and medium-resource countries.
Will I have to pay and how much?
Only one module can be attended. The Registration is determined at the time of the call. The registration fee in 2025 is €1.800,00.
IARC Scholarships are available to support all or part of the participation costs of selected applicants, based on countries of intuition country. Priority will be given to Low Income Countries, in greater need.
The rest of the costs related to travel and living expenses in Lyon remains at your charge unless you qualify for support (cf. next question). For information, living costs are estimated at around 750 Euros per week in Lyon.
Is there financial support for accommodation/travel/living expenses?
Financial support is available for some of the selected participants, through Scholarships application. Criteria for this financial support are the following:
- Participants from low-resource countries may be offered travel and living expenses, and a registration waiver;
- Participants from medium-resources countries may be offered living expenses only, and would have to find other financial support for their travel.
How do I apply?
You should apply online and follow the instructions detailed in the call. You will be requested to submit a letter of support from your supervisor together with your application.
Check the call page for other specificity and conditions depending on the module you choose to apply for.