Program Overview

Bachelor of Radiation Therapy

General

The Bachelor of Radiation Therapy is a professional undergraduate program offered by the Department of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (Radiography) within the Faculty of Health Sciences.

• Programme Level: Undergraduate
• Programme Name: Bachelor of Radiation Therapy
• Programme Code: B9M04Q
• Medium of Facilitation: Full-Time
• NQF Level: 8
• NQF Credits: 480
• Campus: Doornfontein
• Duration of Study: 4 Years

Purpose

The purpose of the Bachelor of Radiation Therapy qualification is to develop a professional radiation therapist who is competent in the knowledge and skills required for Radiation Therapy and has gained experience in applying such knowledge and skills in accredited workplaces. Successful completion of this qualification will entitle the student to register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Radiation Therapist.

Career Opportunities

Radiation therapists use high energy radiation such as x-rays, gamma rays, proton or neutrons to treat cancer.

Admission Requirements

• Minimum APS of 31
• English 5 (60%+)
• Mathematics 4 (50%+)
• Physical Sciences 4 (50%+)
• Life Sciences 5 (60%+)

Selection Process

Selection will be based on academic merit and a clinical placement in a training site accredited by the Health Professional Council of South Africa. Mathematical Literacy is not accepted.