PhD Radiotherapy
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
The PhD Radiotherapy at the University of Hertfordshire is a research-focused degree that allows students to explore various aspects of radiotherapy. This program is designed for radiotherapy professionals who want to advance their professional practice and obtain an internationally recognised qualification.
The University of Hertfordshire PhD Radiotherapy develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills, honed over an extended period. Students undertake a substantial, original research project under the supervision and guidance of two or more academic staff members. The supervisory team guides both the selection of a research topic and the conduct of the research.
This programme focuses on developing advanced subject expertise at the postgraduate level, with opportunities to present work at major conferences and in refereed research publications. The degree is assessed solely based on the final research output, in the form of a substantial written thesis which must be "defended" in a viva voce.
Key highlights
- Substantial, original research project throughout the degree
- Supervised by a team of two or more academic staff
- Supervisors guide research topic selection and conduct of research
- Postgraduate seminar series builds subject knowledge and research skills
- Develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include appropriate discipline; or above
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Therapeutic radiographer
- Radiotherapy researcher
- University lecturer in radiotherapy
- Clinical research scientist
- Consultant therapeutic radiographer
Career opportunities
The possible job roles available to graduates of the PhD in Radiotherapy from the University of Hertfordshire include:
- Radiotherapist
- Researcher
- Lecturer
- Clinical Specialist
- Consultant Radiotherapist
Cost of study
The school fee for a PhD in Radiotherapy at the University of Hertfordshire is £17,950 per year for international students.
Admission
International students can apply for this course directly through the university’s website or the international student application form. Please speak with our trained advisors for assistance.
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