Program Overview

Introduction to the Foundation to Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology Program

The Foundation to Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology program is a year-zero foundation program designed for mature students who have been out of formal education for some time or have taken non-traditional qualifications. This program leads to access onto a Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology BSc program.

Program Overview

• The program is designed for mature students who have typically been out of formal education for some time or who have taken non-traditional qualifications.
• It is a year-zero foundation program that leads to access onto a Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology BSc program.
• Students seeking entry to Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology will study year zero at Carmel College, St Helens, before joining year one at the University of Liverpool campus.

Program Structure

• The program includes various modules, such as:
  • HEAL001: Biology for Health Studies 1
  • HEAL002: Biology for Health Studies 2
  • HEAL003: Maths for Health Studies 1
  • HEAL004: Maths for Health Studies 2
  • HEAL005: Foundations of Professional Studies
  • HEAL006: Applied Psychology for Health Studies
  • HEAL007: Health and Social Care for Health Sciences
• Each module has its own set of credits, semester, and assessment methods.

Module Details

HEAL001: Biology for Health Studies 1

• Credits: 22.5
• Semester: Semester 1
• Assessment: Continuous coursework and an end-of-semester multiple-choice examination

HEAL003: Maths for Health Studies 1

• Credits: 7.5
• Semester: Semester 1
• Assessment: A one-hour unseen written paper

HEAL006: Applied Psychology for Health Studies

• Credits: 22.5
• Semester: Whole Session
• Assessment: Coursework and an end-of-semester written examination

HEAL004: Maths for Health Studies 2

• Credits: 7.5
• Semester: Semester 2
• Assessment: An unseen written examination paper

HEAL007: Health and Social Care for Health Sciences

• Credits: 22.5
• Semester: Semester 2
• Assessment: Coursework and a presentation

HEAL005: Foundations of Professional Studies

• Credits: 15
• Semester: Whole Session
• Assessment: A reflective portfolio and a presentation

Career Opportunities

• Graduates of the School of Allied Health Professions and Nursing are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and become members of the Society of Radiographers.
• Career opportunities are available in the National Health Service, social services, and the private sector.

Fees and Funding

• Tuition fees for UK students: ｣9,790 per year
• Tuition fees for international students: Not available for this course
• Additional costs include professional association fees and travel to placements.

Entry Requirements

• Qualification details:
  • A-level students or school leavers are not considered.
  • GCSEs at minimum grade 5(C) to include Maths, English Language or English Literature, Science (single, dual, or combined).
  • BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma students are not considered.
  • International Baccalaureate students are not considered.
• Evidence of a clinical visit is highly recommended but not compulsory.
• Declaration of criminal background and health screening may be required.

Scholarships and Bursaries

• The University of Liverpool offers various scholarships and bursaries, such as:
  • The Liverpool Bursary
  • Care Leavers' Opportunity Bursary
  • Cowrie Foundation Scholarship
  • Estranged Students Bursary
  • Genesys Life Sciences Scholarship
  • Nolan Scholarships
  • Rigby Enterprise Award
  • ROLABOTIC Scholarship
  • Sport Liverpool Performance Programme
  • Technetix Broadhurst Engineering Scholarship
  • Young Adult Carer's (YAC) Bursary