Program Overview

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy)

Overview

The Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy) is an undergraduate program designed to prepare graduates for a career in medical radiation science, specifically in the field of radiation therapy. The program aims to equip students with the necessary skills, knowledge, and attitudes to gain professional accreditation and pursue a successful career in this field.

Program Structure

The program is structured over four years, with the first two years focusing on the basic sciences that underpin the study and practice of medical radiation science. The third year concentrates on the development of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes, using an integrated approach with on-campus learning preceding clinical practice. The final year includes periods of consolidated clinical practice and pre-clinical workshops, focusing on the development of skills in preparation for transition to practice as a radiation therapy professional.

Courses

Students will undertake a range of courses, including:

• Aboriginal Health: Culture, Community and Country
• Human Anatomy 100
• Human Physiology 100
• Introduction to Medical Radiation Practice
• Human Physiology 101
• Physics for Medical Radiation 100
• Medical Radiation Human Anatomy
• Pathology for Medical Radiation
• Fundamentals of Pharmacology
• Physics for Medical Radiation 200
• Radiation Therapy Studies 1
• Human Anatomy 201 (Gross and Sectional)
• Radiation Therapy Studies 2
• Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Research in Health Sciences
• Physics for Medical Radiation 300
• Radiation Therapy Clinical Practice 1
• Advanced Evidence Based Practice
• CT and PET Imaging
• Radiation Therapy Studies 3
• Elective
• Radiation Therapy Studies 4
• Radiation Therapy Clinical Practice 2
• Specialised Medical Radiation
• Radiation Therapy Clinical Practice 3
• Radiation Therapy Clinical Practice 4
• Radiation Therapy Professional Entry Practice 1
• Radiation Therapy Professional Entry Practice 2

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

• Recent secondary education: Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent, and qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), achieve a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE.
• Higher education study: Complete or partially complete a recognised higher education program at Bachelor or higher level, or complete a Diploma level program at a recognised higher education institution.
• Vocational Education and Training (VET): Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Advanced Diploma level or above.
• Work and life experience: Qualify for Special Entry, complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past.

English Language Requirements

International students must meet the University's English language entry requirements, which include:

• IELTS total: 7.0
• IELTS reading: 7.0
• IELTS writing: 7.0
• IELTS speaking: 7.0
• IELTS listening: 7.0

Fees

The tuition fee for this program is AUD $44,300 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025.

Professional Accreditation and Recognition

Graduates are eligible to apply for general registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA).

Program Director

The Program Director is Ms Cristina Blefari.

Related Degrees

Related degrees include:

• Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging)
• Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine)