Program Overview

Professional/Short Course Clinical Applications of Medical Physics

Course Overview

The Clinical Applications of Medical Physics course is a 45 credit level 4 module that introduces apprentices to the role of medical physics technology within healthcare. It covers fundamental concepts associated with the clinical applications of medical physics, including associated equipment, relevant anatomy and physiology, and relevant legislation.

Course Objectives

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:

• Describe the role of a Medical Physics Technology HCSP within their specific practice environment, the patient pathway, and within the wider context of healthcare.
• Describe the basic equipment and explain the associated clinical applications within each medical physics specialism.
• Discuss relevant radiation legislation and consider how it is applied in the working environment.
• Identify and explain anatomical systems relevant to the medical physics specialisms, including the associated physiology.

Careers and Further Study

This module can contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, and the Professional Development Awards. It also contributes to the BSc(Hons) Healthcare Science.

Course Structure

Content

The course syllabus typically includes:

• An introduction to the different roles of medical physics technologists in the hospital.
• An introduction to the basic equipment and associated clinical applications within each medical physics specialism.
• A deepening understanding of radiation legislation and how it is applied in the hospital environment.
• An introduction to anatomical systems and associated physiology relevant to their practice.

Learning and Teaching

This level 4 module is delivered via a blended approach of on-campus practical and skills development activities held during block release weeks, and online lectures, seminars, and tutorials held throughout the academic year.

Assessment

Assessment for this course comprises:

• Five 20-minute tests (a mixture of online and in-class) where the best four marks will be counted, as an inclusive measure to support students with short-term absence.
• A portfolio of content showing knowledge and practical skills directly applicable to work-based learning.

Course Details

• Course code: USSJRR451
• Application: University
• Level: Professional/Short Course
• School: School of Applied Sciences
• Campus: Frenchay/Glenside
• Duration: Approximately six months
• Delivery: Blended (mainly online)
• Course Director: Phillipa Dunbar