Radiotherapy Physics

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
RADI 5001
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Course ID
201958
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Discipline group B
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

In this course, students are introduced to the production of radiation cancer treatment and procedures for quantifying the dose delivered to tumours and normal tissue. They develop an understanding of quality control of radiotherapy equipment and the use of sealed an unsealed sources.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the radiobiological basis for radiotherapy
  • Explain the principles of radiotherapy equipment and define the characteristics of clinical beams and their measurement
  • Explain the need for and principles of quality control of equipment in radiotherapy
  • Discuss a range of radiotherapy treatment techniques including the use of sealed and unsealed sources
  • Discuss the principles of dose calculation and apply them in different radiotherapy techniques
  • Discuss sources of uncertainties and their potential impact in radiotherapy

Prerequisite(s)

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Assessment

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Master of Science specialising in Medical Radiation Physics