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Radiotherapy and Oncology – (M.Sc.)
Queen Margaret University
School of Health Sciences
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 8,719 - ≈ € 16,515 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Edinburgh / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 30 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Queen Margaret University
THE POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA LEADS TO ELIGIBILITY TO REGISTER WITH THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCIL. ADDITIONAL STUDY IS REQUIRED FOR MSC.
Radiography is a caring profession that calls for technological expertise. Therapeutic radiographers use radiation to give radiotherapy treatment to patients with cancer. If you are considering this career move, it is essential that you have good interpersonal skills as radiographers have to interact with other healthcare professionals as well as patients and their families, many of whom may need considerable reassurance. This course will focus on the professional elements required of a therapeutic radiographer. The aim of the programme is to further evelop the analytical, theoretical and practical skills of an honours graduate so that they can demonstrate the necessary attributes required for a registered therapeutic radiographer. This will enable employment within the UK.
The PgDip is designed as a six semester programme delivered over two years of full-time study. Academic and clinical modules are integrated throughout the programme by developing clinically-focused themes. All modules are core. Additional study is required for the MSc (optional).
Careers
Graduates work as registered therapeutic radiographers within the NHS. At the time of writing, job prospects in therapeutic radiography are good.
Contents
The PgDip is designed as a six semester course delivered over two years of full-time study. Academic and clinical modules are integrated throughout the course by developing clinically-focused themes. All modules are core. Additional study is required for the MSc (optional).
Course Covers
Core modules for the PgDip
Year One:
- Science and technology
- Introduction to the human body
- Introduction to cancer and its management
- Professional practice
- Radiotherapy science
- Clinical placement
Year Two:
- Radiotherapy and oncology practice 1
- Radiotherapy and oncology practice 2
- Clinical work-based learning
Additional modules for the MSc
- Research methods
- Dissertation
Teaching and Assessment
This course uses a wide range of learning and teaching methods, based on a problem based learning approach with students working independently and collaboratively. The teaching and learning strategies are designed to enable independent progress within a supportive framework. Your performance will be assessed by a variety of methods including case studies, essays and presentations. Clinical work-based learning will be undertaken, on a rotational basis, within regional cancer centres in hospitals in Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness and your personal performance is assessed.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
A science or health related honours degree. This course is not suitable for applicants already holding a qualification in therapeutic radiography.
Other Entry Requirements
A satisfactory criminal records check will be required. Students whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency of IELTS 6, with individual scores of at least 6, or equivalent.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade B (Score: 75) |
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