Program Overview

Advanced Radiation Therapy Practice - Treatment Planning

The Advanced Radiation Therapy Practice - Treatment Planning program is designed for Radiation Therapy professionals seeking to expand their career into advanced techniques, treatment planning, or research. This online postgraduate course aims to develop students' knowledge and skills in the field of Radiation Therapy treatment planning.

Overview

This strand of the program focuses on the development of students' knowledge and skills in Radiation Therapy treatment planning. The online delivery of this program allows for flexible yet structured education, with no requirement to attend the Trinity Campus. Students benefit from evidence-based learning resources, input from clinical experts, and weekly engagement with fellow learners and academics through interactive webinars.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the course are able to expand their career into advanced techniques, treatment planning, or research, as well as work in an advanced role in their department.

Course Content

The program offers two entry routes: Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma. Both routes may lead to an M.Sc. The P.Grad.Cert. consists of three online modules completed over one academic year:

• Imaging for Advanced Radiotherapy Practice
• Delineation for Radiotherapy Planning
• Specialist Radiation Therapy Techniques

On successful completion of the P.Grad.Cert., students may choose to register to complete three additional modules towards the award of a P.Grad.Dip. The P.Grad.Dip. consists of six online modules completed over one academic year:

• Imaging for Advanced Radiotherapy Practice
• Delineation for Radiotherapy Planning
• Specialist Radiation Therapy Techniques
• Research Methods
• Treatment Planning for Modulated Techniques
• Proton Therapy Planning and Delivery

Course Structure

The P.Grad.Cert. is worth 30 ECTS, and the P.Grad.Dip. is worth 60 ECTS. The program uses a range of authentic continuous assessments, including written and practical assignments, online activities, projects, and case studies.

Admission Requirements

Applications will be accepted from those who:

• Hold an honours primary degree in Radiation Therapy, Medical Physics, Medicine, or a related discipline
• Have evidence of relevant professional experience
• Have access to radiation therapy planning software for the duration of the course
• Have a fluent command of the English language

Course Fees

For a full list of postgraduate fees, please refer to the relevant documentation.

Awards

The program is awarded at NFQ Level 9.

Number of Places

There are 45 places available for this program.

Next Intake

The next intake is scheduled for September 2024.

Course Director

The course director is Sarah Barrett.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 31st July 2024.