Program Overview

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Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology BSc (Hons)

The Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology programme at the University of Liverpool allows students to develop into competent and resilient radiographers, equipped with the necessary skills to flourish in a wide array of professional environments. 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.

Introduction

The course content is designed using a case-based approach, where a cancer patient case brings to life the radiotherapy patient journey and provides a framework to connect content delivered. The programme content is organised into four key themes:

• Radiotherapy physics, technology, and radiobiology
• Radiation oncology and patient care
• Preparation for practice and professionalism
• Research methods in radiotherapy

What You'll Learn

Students will learn a range of skills, including:

• Research gathering techniques
• Critical thinking skills
• Communication skills
• Self-directed learning techniques
• Patient care
• Physics, radiobiology, and technology skills relating to Radiotherapy

Course Content

The programme is divided into three years, each with compulsory modules:

Year One

• RADIOTHERAPY PHYSICS, TECHNOLOGY AND RADIOBIOLOGY 1 (RADT110)
• FOUNDATIONS OF RADIATION ONCOLOGY AND PATIENT CARE 1 (RADT111)
• RADIOTHERAPY PRACTICE 1 (RADIOTHERAPY CLINICAL LEARNING & FOUNDATIONS OF PROFESSIONALISM) (RADT112)
• RESEARCH METHODS IN RADIOTHERAPY (RADT120)
• RADIOTHERAPY PHYSICS, TECHNOLOGY AND RADIOBIOLOGY 2 (RADT122)
• FOUNDATIONS OF RADIATION ONCOLOGY AND PATIENT CARE 2 (BREAST AND PROSTATE) (RADT124)

Year Two

• RADIOTHERAPY PHYSICS, TECHNOLOGY AND RADIOBIOLOGY 3 (RADT215)
• PRINCIPLES OF RADIATION ONCOLOGY AND PATIENT CARE 3 (PELVIS) (RADT211)
• RADIOTHERAPY PRACTICE 2 (RADIOTHERAPY CLINICAL LEARNING & DEVELOPING PROFESSIONALISM) (RADT235)
• APPLIED RESEARCH METHODS IN RADIOTHERAPY (RADT226)
• PRINCIPLES OF RADIATION ONCOLOGY AND PATIENT CARE 4 (HEAD, NECK & THORAX) (RADT222)

Year Three

• RADIOTHERAPY PHYSICS, TECHNOLOGY AND RADIOBIOLOGY 4 (RADT320)
• ADVANCED RADIATION ONCOLOGY AND PATIENT CARE 5 (RADT319)
• RADIOTHERAPY PRACTICE 3 (RADIOTHERAPY CLINICAL LEARNING AND ADVANCING PROFESSIONALISM) (RADT335)
• RADIOTHERAPY RESEARCH DISSERTATION (RADT313)

Teaching and Assessment

Learning is promoted through a wide variety of activities, including:

• 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
• Interactive tutorials

Assessment methods include:

• Seen and unseen written examinations
• Essay assignments
• Multiple choice questions
• Case study presentations
• Interactive practical examinations

Course Options

Studying with the University of Liverpool means you can tailor your degree to suit you, with options for:

• Global opportunities
• Summer abroad
• Language study

Your Experience

Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology students benefit from the University's experience in delivering practical and professionally focused programmes. The curriculum is developed and assessed by leading healthcare providers, and many partners provide exciting placement opportunities.

Careers and Employability

As a graduate, you'll be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and become a member of the Society of Radiographers. You can explore careers in:

• National Health Service
• Social Services
• Private sector

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the academic year 2026/27 are:

• UK fees: ｣9,790 per year
• International fees: ｣32,000 per year

Additional costs may include:

• Professional association fees
• Travel to placements
• Elective placements

Scholarships and Bursaries

The University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries, including:

• 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
• Valerie Carr Award
• Young Adult Carer's (YAC) Bursary

Entry Requirements

Qualifications and exam results required for entry include:

• A levels: BBB with at least one science subject
• T levels: considered in a relevant subject
• GCSE: 5 GCSEs at Grades A* - C, including English Language, Mathematics, and Science
• BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: considered in addition to 5 GCSEs
• International Baccalaureate: 30 points overall with no score less than 4
• European Baccalaureate: 74% overall with a minimum mark of 8 in Biology
• Irish Leaving Certificate: 2 subjects at H2 or above, including a science subject
• Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher: accepted in addition to five national 5's
• Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced: B, plus BB at A level
• Cambridge Pre-U Diploma: considered
• Graduate application: welcome, with a minimum of a 2:2 classification
• Access: essential, with 45 credits at Level 3 and 30 credits passed at distinction

English language requirements:

• IELTS: 7.0 overall, with no component below 6.5
• International Baccalaureate English A: Literature or Language & Literature, Grade 6 at Standard Level or grade 6 at Higher Level
• International Baccalaureate English B: Grade 7 at Higher Level

Alternative Entry Requirements

If your qualification isn't listed, or you're taking a combination of qualifications, contact the University for advice. Applications from mature students are welcome.