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London South Bank University: Therapeutic Radiography
Institution | London South Bank University |
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Department | Allied Health Sciences |
Web | http://www.lsbu.ac.uk |
study@lsbu.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 0207 815 7500 |
Study type | Taught |
Summary
Therapeutic radiographers are at the forefront of cancer care, having a vital role in the delivery of Radiotherapy services. They treat cancer patients with x-rays using highly sophisticated equipment. They are also responsible for ensuring that treatment planning and delivery is achieved with absolute precision.
In the treatment of cancer, accuracy is paramount and a variety of highly specialised equipment is available within Radiotherapy Departments to achieve this. Computerised Tomography (CT) simulators employ the latest technology to localise tumours.
Technological advances
Technological advances in linear accelerator design ensure that treatment conforms to patients needs with pinpoint accuracy. Treatment units housing radioactive sources also play a useful role in patient management, as do 3D planning systems.
London South Bank University has invested heavily to ensure that students have access to the best learning tools and staff. There are two dedicated fully equipped skill labs that enable Dosimetry (Radiotherapy treatment planning) and a state of the art virtual environment of a radiotherapy treatment room (VERT).
Communication and care
Alongside the technology, the importance of high standards of communication and care of cancer patients cannot be overestimated. Cancer patients are treated by a multidisciplinary team in which the therapeutic radiographer plays a major role in reducing the sense of vulnerability and promoting patients autonomy.
As a graduate, you'll be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Radiographer .
PgDip programme
The PgDip programme is an accelerated programme over two years, for graduate students who already have a Level 6 qualification. Building on graduate skills you'll develop an enquiring, reflective, critical and innovative approach to Therapeutic Radiography within the context of the rapid changes occurring in the health service.
Top-up to MSc
By adding the research element of a dissertation (an extended and independent piece of written research), you'll be able to graduate with a Masters-level qualification.
MSc
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | It is anticipated that applicants will have a wide variety of academic backgrounds, but they should ideally possess: A Bachelor degree second class Honours Upper Division (2:1) in a subject related to science or health, for example: physics, biology, health sciences Consideration will also be given to other relevant qualifications recognised as equivalent to the above All applicants must be 18 years or over at the commencement of the course. Full entry requirements can be found on our website. |
Location | LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus 103 Borough Road London SE1 0AA |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | It is anticipated that applicants will have a wide variety of academic backgrounds, but they should ideally possess: A Bachelor degree second class Honours Upper Division (2:1) in a subject related to science or health, for example: physics, biology, health sciences |
Location | LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus 103 Borough Road London SE1 0AA |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | It is anticipated that applicants will have a wide variety of academic backgrounds, but they should ideally possess: A Bachelor degree second class Honours Upper Division (2:1) in a subject related to science or health, for example: physics, biology, health sciences Consideration will also be given to other relevant qualifications recognised as equivalent to the above All applicants must be 18 years or over at the commencement of the course. Full entry requirements can be found on our website. |
Location | Southwark Campus 103 Borough Road London SE1 0AA |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | It is anticipated that applicants will have a wide variety of academic backgrounds, but they should ideally possess: A Bachelor degree second class Honours Upper Division (2:1) in a subject related to science or health, for example: physics, biology, health sciences |
Location | Southwark Campus 103 Borough Road London SE1 0AA |
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