UCAS code: B822 | Full-time | 3 years
Our Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology programme allows students the traditional academic and clinical learning opportunities to develop into competent and resilient radiographers, equipped with the necessary skills to flourish in a wide array of professional environments.
With an integrated case based approach enabling you to study all aspects of the radiotherapy patient pathway, through connecting your academic lectures, clinical placement experience and clinical simulation.
This programme aims to produce competent, reflective, research active, caring, safe, proactive and progressive Therapeutic Radiographers, through an innovative and authentic teaching and assessment strategy encompassing real world radiotherapy research and radiotherapy clinical simulation.
The programme has been designed using a case based approach, this means that a cancer patient case will bring to life the radiotherapy patient journey and provide a framework to connect content delivered. The programme content is organised into four key themes:
You will study a range of profession specific modules, engage in interprofessional learning through activities with fellow students in the School of Allied Health Professions and Nursing and attend clinical placement during academic terms. The clinical placements increase in length from year one through to year three. All placements are arranged in a variety of Radiotherapy Cancer Centres and there is an opportunity to spend an elective period in a radiotherapy department of your choice.
CCC including science subject.
Pass required in science practicals. Acceptable science subject: Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Psychology.
26 points overall (including a 5 in a HL science), 5 in SL Maths/Maths Studies or 4 in HL Maths/Maths Studies, IELTS 7.0 (no score below 6.5)
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Year one of the programme is concerned primarily with the acquisition of knowledge, with some integration and application of this knowledge to clinical practice. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts and principles that underpin therapeutic radiography and its role in the management of cancer.
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 1
Using a blended approach, this module will enable students to develop the skills-base needed for safe and effective radiotherapy practice. It will also develop their basic operating skills of a linear accelerator for clinical practice. In addition the students will be introduced to the fundamentals of oncology. The student will be taught and assessed in both University and placement sites in the radonc modules.
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 1
To provide learners with knowledge and understanding of breast cancer management and holistic care.
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 2
The module aim is to provide learners with a range of opportunities to develop foundation level clinical skills and professional knowledge relevant to the therapeutic radiographer.
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 1
This module aims to equip learners with the necessary understanding to enable them to use radiation safely. It provides learners with understanding of fundamental terminology, radiobiology, physical concepts and technology relevant to radiotherapy. The module also aims to prepare learners for more advanced application of these physical principles in subsequent radiation physics, technology and radiobiology modules.
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 1
This module develops further the physics concepts introduced in the first semester physics module (RADT114) with specific focus on the clinical application of these concepts. The module will cover physical principles, key components, design, safe use of and clinical application of radiotherapy equipment for localisation, planning and treatment delivery of both radical and palliative pathways. Module learning outcomes are assessed using a written unseen exam.
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 1
This module introduces learners to the philosophy, principles and methods of radiotherapy research. Learners will gain understanding of the importance of research in modern radiotherapy within the context of evidence-based practice.
Year two of the programme expands the previously acquired knowledge with an increasing emphasis on the understanding and application of principles to clinical practice. You are encouraged to develop the skills of interpretation and evaluation and to relate them to all areas of the programme.
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 1
This module aims to support learners as they formulate and articulate a research question relevant to radiotherapy practice and plan a research project to answer the question.
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 3
The module aim is to provide learners with a range of opportunities to develop academic, clinical and professional knowledge and skills relevant to the therapeutic radiographer.
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 1
To provide learners with knowledge, understanding and skills in the field of pelvic cancer management and the associated holistic care.
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 1
To provide students with knowledge and understanding of the diagnosis, treatment and care pathway for patients diagnosed with cancers of the head, neck and thorax .
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 1
This module aims to equip students with the necessary physics and radiobiology knowledge and understanding of how radiation dose to the patient is standardised and measured, and the biological effects of treatment. The module also aims to prepare students for more advanced radiotherapy practices, such as particle beam therapy
Year three of the programme enables you to develop critical analysis of the impact of innovation and technological advances on practice. The greater part of this year is spent in the clinical environment allowing you to consolidate and develop skills enabling you to become clinically competent and safe to practice.
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 1
To provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the management and care involved in treating patients with rare, complex, or challenging cancers including paediatrics and young adults.
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 2
The module aim is to provide learners with a range of opportunities to develop the clinical skills and professional knowledge required to practice as a Therapeutic Radiographer.
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 1
This module aims to enable students to appraise new radiotherapy technological systems and processes and justify clinical decision making in treatment planning and image-guided radiotherapy.
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 2
To enable learners to study, in depth, a chosen area of radiotherapy through the application and development of research skills, academic writing and critical appraisal of literaure.
Learning is promoted through a wide variety of activities that enable students to become autonomous and continuous learners. Interactive lectures, practical and clinical skills group work, simulation, directed study, role play, problem based learning, small group work, student-led seminars, collaborative project work and interactive tutorials are key learning strategies for this programme.
Practical work using our imaging suite digital equipment, 3D virtual reality radiotherapy facility, Clinical Skills Resource Room and the Human Anatomy Resource Centre complement teaching activities.
Face-to-face interactions between all students will occur at shared lectures, tutorials and group work and online interaction will be encouraged and facilitated as are inter-professional education and learning opportunities across all healthcare professions programmes.
Using a mixture of coursework and examination, a range of assessment methods can be seen across this programme. These include seen and unseen written examinations, essay assignments with specific word lengths, multiple choice questions, case study presentations and interactive practical examinations.
Assessment of the work-based learning element of all programmes will be an important aspect of your studies. You will be required to communicate your views orally and in written form; analyse, implement and evaluate your practice; and to extend the research and evidence base of your chosen profession.
The various methods of assessments have been chosen to provide a balance that will permit the undergraduates to demonstrate their intellectual abilities in all areas to the full.
We have a distinctive approach to education, the Liverpool Curriculum Framework, which focuses on research-connected teaching, active learning, and authentic assessment to ensure our students graduate as digitally fluent and confident global citizens.
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Your tuition fees, funding your studies, and other costs to consider.
| Full-time place, per year | £27,200 |
| Year abroad fee | £13,600 |
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching and assessment, operating facilities such as libraries, IT equipment, and access to academic and personal support. Learn more about paying for your studies.
We understand that budgeting for your time at university is important, and we want to make sure you understand any course-related costs that are not covered by your tuition fee. This may include a laptop, books, or stationery. Additional costs for this course could include professional association fees and travel to placements.
Find out more about the additional study costs that may apply to this course.
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Check out our Liverpool Bursary, worth up to £2,000 per year for eligible UK students. Or for international students, our Undergraduate Global Advancement Scholarship offers a tuition fee discount of up to £5,000 for eligible international students starting an undergraduate degree from September 2024.
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Last updated 21 August 2024 / Programme terms and conditions