Radiation therapy uses targeted high energy x-rays to treat patients with cancer and is one of the main treatments for cancer. This course qualifies students to work as a radiation therapist – the health care professional who, together with the other multidisciplinary team members, is responsible for the preparation and delivery of a course of radiation therapy. This degree provides students with the required scientific understanding and the critical clinical and research skills to adapt to the ever-changing medical environment.
Radiation Therapy is an innovative profession, with constant technological and patient care advancements. This program will provide students with the necessary academic and practical skills to work in this patient-centered healthcare environment. The program is delivered by experienced and enthusiastic academic staff, whose focus is on providing students with a research-led, student-centered, quality learning experience. The small class sizes in this program facilitate a close working relationship between students and staff.
