Program Overview

Program Overview

The Radiation Biology course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the cellular and molecular basis of the response of cells, tissues, and tumours to ionizing radiation. This microcredential is modelled on the syllabus of the FRCR part 1 examinations and offers suitable preparation for this professional examination.

Course Details

• Duration: 4 days
• Start Date: November 2025
• Delivery Format: In person
• Campus: Birmingham (Edgbaston)
• Award: Microcredential (10 credits)

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this course, applicants must have:

• 6 months of oncology experience
• A degree, preferably a 2.1 or equivalent qualifications in an appropriate medical/scientific subject

Fees

• Microcredential (Home): £605
• Microcredential (International): £1,687
• Non-credit: £505.60

Course Structure

Assessment

The course assessment will consist of single best answer MCQ and short answer questions examination.

Academics Involved

The course will be delivered by:

• Laura Petit - NHS Clinical Oncology Consultant
• Sara Meade - NHS Clinical Oncology Consultant

Course Dates

The course will take place from 11th to 14th November 2025.

Why Choose a Postgraduate Microcredential Short Course?

• Microcredentials offer the perfect opportunity to boost your CV without the commitment of a full degree
  • They can be used as standalone credentials with some also counting as academic credits at postgraduate level
• Add a postgraduate level qualification to your CV
• Develop the specialist skills you need for your career goals
• Alumni status with the University of Birmingham
• Learners will have the same access to our student support and campus facilities as our students on full degree programmes

Application Process

Applicants eligible for Home fees must apply a minimum of 6 weeks before the module start date, while applicants eligible for Overseas fees must apply a minimum of 3 months before the module start date.

Non-credit Short Course

The microcredential and the non-credit short course follow the same course structure, with the difference being that the non-credit short course does not include the assessment at the end, and therefore, no credits will be awarded. Instead, a certificate of completion will be provided, which cannot be converted to credits. Places on the non-credit short course are limited.