Program Overview

Master of Radiotherapy and Oncology/BSc (Hons) Radiotherapy and Oncology

The Master of Radiotherapy and Oncology/BSc (Hons) Radiotherapy and Oncology is a four-year undergraduate master's/BSc (Hons) degree course that equips students with the theoretical understanding and practical skills necessary for a rewarding career as a therapeutic radiographer.

Course Overview

• The course combines theoretical learning with practice placements, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings.
• Students will develop expertise in radiotherapy treatment, patient care, and multidisciplinary team working.
• The course is accredited by the Society and College of Radiographers and approved by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Why QMU?

• QMU offers a supportive learning environment with a high level of staff support and mentoring.
• The university has excellent relationships with clinical departments across Scotland, providing students with valuable placement opportunities.
• Students have access to specialist facilities, including a purpose-built planning suite equipped with the Varian Eclipse Planning System.

Course Structure

• The first two years focus on the fundamental principles of therapeutic radiography, including anatomy, physiology, and radiotherapy practice.
• In the third and fourth years, students can choose to pursue either the BSc (Hons) or undergraduate master's pathway, depending on their aspirations and performance.
• The undergraduate master's pathway offers the opportunity to delve deeper into areas such as leadership, service improvement, research, and public health.

Teaching, Learning, and Assessment

• Students are taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, and practical workshops.
• Assessment methods include written and practical exams, written assignments, presentations, and viva voce.
• Placements are an integral part of the course, with students completing practice placements in each year.

Placements

• Placements take place across Scotland, and students may need to relocate for at least some of their practice-based learning.
• QMU manages the sourcing and allocation of placements for each student.
• Additional costs associated with placements, such as travel and accommodation, are the responsibility of the student.

Specialist Facilities

• QMU offers a range of modern specialist spaces for radiotherapy and oncology courses.
• Facilities include a clinical planning suite, positioning lasers, and immobilisation equipment.
• Students have access to anatomical models and can use these during self-directed study sessions.

Careers

• Most graduates begin working as general radiographers, with high graduate employment rates.
• Later in their careers, graduates may specialise in different aspects of therapeutic radiography, such as treatment planning or counselling.

Professional Registration/Accreditation

• The course is accredited by the Society and College of Radiographers and approved by the HCPC.
• Successful completion enables students to apply for registration with the HCPC as a therapeutic radiographer, which is essential for employment in the UK.

Entry Requirements

• Scottish Higher: Standard - BBBC, Minimum - BCCC
• A Level: BCC
• Irish Leaving Certificate: H2 H3 H3 H3
• International Baccalaureate: 28 points
• International: IELTS of 6.0 with no element lower than 6.0
• Required subjects: One science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) at grade C or above at Higher/A Level or equivalent, plus English, Maths, and a science at grade C or above at Nat 5/GCSE

Fees and Funding

• Fees: Please follow the link in the 'Course Overview' box for information on fees for 2026 entry
• Special note on RUK and ROI fees: Students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Ireland, who are subject to Rest of UK fees, will be charged for the first three years of study only. The fourth year is free.
• Other costs: The cost of professional indemnity insurance, placement travel and accommodation, uniform, PVG, and badge costs are the responsibility of the student.