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BSc (Hons) Radiotherapy and Oncology

Radiotherapy is used in the management of approximately half of the patients diagnosed with cancer. It works by utilizing radiation at high energies to destroy cancer cells so that a patient can either be cured or have their symptoms alleviated.
This course will enable you to graduate as a therapeutic radiographer eligible for state registration. Therapeutic radiographers are the key clinical practitioners responsible for delivering radiotherapy. You will develop skills related to planning and accurate delivery of radiotherapy using a range of specialized technical equipment.

You will also develop the vital skills to manage the psychological, social, and emotional factors experienced by patients with cancer, their families, and loved ones. Because most cancer patients will be treated with a range of modalities (including surgery, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy) you will learn about the management of cancer from a holistic perspective. For some learning of core health care values and concepts, this will be alongside other health care practitioners.

Work placement

You will spend approximately 16 weeks per year in a radiotherapy department gaining the valuable clinical practice experience that you will need to develop the knowledge, understanding, and skills required of a therapeutic radiographer.
Currently, clinical placements take place in seven accredited cancer centers in Berkshire, Cambridgeshire, Middlesex, London, Oxfordshire, and Northamptonshire. Placements are managed by the Clinical Lead and supported by a dedicated team of university lecturers, administrators, practice placement staff, and clinical coordinators who work together to ensure that each student’s clinical practice experience is of the highest quality.

Campus Information

College Lane Campus

The main site of the university remains the College Lane campus, which houses the original Hatfield Technical College building. Notable among the buildings in this campus is the university's Learning Resource Centre, a combined library and computer centre. There is also a substantial collection of halls of residence and student houses, and the University of Hertfordshire Students' Union is headquartered at College Lane campus. The College Lane campus is also the location of Hertfordshire International College, which is part of the Navitas group, providing a direct pathway for international students to the University.

Intakes

Oct Deadline: May

Application Processing Time in Days: 25

Application Process

More Information Required

10 Days

Possible Interview Call from Institution

10 Days

Provisional/Unconditional Offer

20 Days

Visa Process

30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Successful completion of this radiotherapy and oncology course leads to an honours degree and eligibility to apply for state registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Therapeutic Radiographer.

Radiotherapy provides excellent career prospects with the opportunity for continuous career development and opportunities to work in various specialties such as advanced practice, education, research, and as an application specialist. The qualification is also recognized by other countries around the world providing prospects to work abroad.

99.6% of our Health and Social Work graduates went on to employment or further study within 6 months according to the latest national Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey.

The entry-level for newly graduated therapeutic radiographers are band 5 on the Agenda for Change pay scales for NHS health professionals. Most graduates can expect to progress to band 6 within 2 years of commencing their first band 5 posts.

PSW Opportunity

2 Years PSW is applicable after the course.(Bachelors & Masters only)

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

UCAS Points

A Level

BBC - including Science subjects and/or Mathematics

BTEC

BBC - including Science subjects and/or Mathematics

GCSE: Grade 4/C in English, Mathematics and Science.

All offers will be subject to the applicant's demonstration of the NHS constitution’s “Values and Behaviours”, satisfactory interviews, health screening, and the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) checks. In addition, applicants will need to provide evidence of a clinical visit/work experience.

Undergraduate (year 1)

Completion of the Standard XII Certificate with 60-70% depending on points tariff required by the UH course. Some courses may require specific subjects
IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band for standard courses – some courses require higher
Standard XII English with 65% will also be accepted

Undergraduate (year 2/3)

Depending on qualifications and course - usually require 2/3 year Diploma post-Standard XII to be considered
IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band for standard courses – some courses require higher

University of Hertfordshire

Hatfield , England ,United Kingdom