BSc (Hons) Radiotherapy and Oncology
University of SuffolkIpswich, United Kingdom
Course overview
Radiotherapy is the use of X-rays and other ionising radiations to treat patients who have been diagnosed with cancer. A Therapeutic Radiographer is someone who can combine technical skills with a caring attitude, has a sense of responsibility and enjoys working in a team. | This course ensures students have the ability to undertake the accurate planning and delivery of treatment, the provision of a high standard of patient care, good inter-personal skills and the ability to adapt and respond to the individual needs of the patient. | The BSc (Hons) Radiotherapy and Oncology embeds the Standards of Proficiency determined by the regulator, the Health and Care Professions Council. Graduates are eligible to apply for HCPC registration which is a requirement for employment in a broad range of NHS and private radiotherapy roles.
Key highlights
- Embeds HCPC Standards of Proficiency for therapeutic radiographers
- Graduates eligible to apply for HCPC registration
- Trains accurate planning and delivery of radiotherapy treatment
- Develops high-standard patient care and interpersonal skills
- Prepares for NHS and private radiotherapy roles
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC — A-Level: BBC
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC: DMM
- T-level: Merit — T Level: Merit
- Access to HE Diploma — 45 Level 3 credits at Merit grade or above
- GCSE: 4/C or above — to include Mathematics, English, Science
- Additional condition: dbs_check — Satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check - fee applicable
- Additional condition: interview — In the afternoon, you will have an individual interview lasting approximately 30 minutes.
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Therapeutic Radiographer
- Radiotherapy Treatment Planner
- Radiotherapy Radiographer (NHS)
- Private Sector Therapeutic Radiographer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £19,000
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Suffolk, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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