Everything you need to know...
International/EU: £9,910 for the course
January 2024
Course summary
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the core principles underpinning current and future radiotherapy practice.
- Tailor your learning to your individual professional development needs with optional modules.
- Undertake both independent study and work-based learning relating to radiotherapy and oncology.
Learn about cancer cell biology and how treatments affect the growth and development of the disease, individually and in combination with each other. Enhance your knowledge of specific radiotherapy practice whilst taking a wider perspective as you look at the interdisciplinary nature of oncology.
How you learn
Your lecturer's view
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
All modules are designed to support your continuing professional development and the development of skills needed to plan and evidence this. We use various assessment methods, supporting the development of your academic and professional skills. Online activities are used to promote engagement with the distance learning materials, provide support for the final assignment and facilitate online discussion with your fellow peers on the module.
You can study individual modules from this course and gain academic credit towards a qualification. Visit our continuing professional development website for more information.
You learn through
- essays
- business cases or journal article
- project and research work
- poster and PowerPoint presentation
- case studies
- service improvement proposal and plans
- critical evaluations
- profiles of evidence
- planning portfolio
Course leaders and tutors
Sarah Smith
Senior LecturerSarah is a Senior Lecturer in Radiotherapy and Oncology and Course Leader for the MSc in Radiotherapy and Oncology.
Applied learning
Applied learning is the ethos at the heart of all Sheffield Hallam courses, meaning that you are given the opportunity to put your study into practice.
You'll be taught by professionals who are active in their field - so you'll get cutting edge, industry focused knowledge of your subject. You'll gain real-world skills through placements, workshops and live projects, often getting the opportunity to work with big global brands.
Work experience is also embedded into every year of the course, so you polish your workplace skills alongside building a solid knowledge of your subject. Applied learning means that when you do start work, you can dive in and make things happen.
Future careers
If you are a therapeutic radiographer or another healthcare professional working within radiotherapy and oncology, this course offers you the opportunity to progress in your specialism. You take advantage of an increasing number of opportunities related to role development and extension, and skills mix across the various healthcare professions working in radiotherapy and oncology.
You may also be eligible to apply for accreditation of work-based projects and prior certificated learning, which will count towards your final award. Please contact us for more information.
Where will I study?
You study this course online from any location
Entry requirements
All students
Academic Qualifications
Normally, applicants will hold a first degree or professional qualification recognised in the UK in a related health care subject.
Other qualifications
Equivalent, international academic and/or professional qualifications will be accepted. Other relevant evidence for example documented evidence of recent CPD activity, innovative practice, service development, research projects and/or publications. Such evidence must be clearly described in any application
Applicants are usually required to provide at least one reference evidencing their capability for postgraduate study.
Level of English language capability
International students studying with us over distance learning require an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill area.
Relevant work or work-related experience
Normally, applicants should be working in a professional role in a related field of radiotherapy and oncology.
Applicants will be required to have competent IT skills and access to a reliable internet connection to enable full engagement with the course content.
Additional information for EU/International students
If you are an International or non-UK European student, you can find out more about the country specific qualifications we accept on our international qualifications page. You can also watch a video guide on how to apply.
For details of English language entry requirements (IELTS), please see the information for 'All students'.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
Modules studied may differ depending on when you start your course.
Year 1
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Dissertation 60 Credits | Credits: 60 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Future Directions In Radiotherapy And Oncology | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Researching For Practice (Distance Learning) | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Contemporary Radiotherapy Planning Practice | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Evidencing Your Cpd | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Evidencing Your Cpd | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Information Giving And Informed Consent | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Leadership In Practice (Distance Learning) | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Learning And Teaching For Practice (Distance Learning) | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Personalised Care And Supported Self-Management For Those Affected By Cancer | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
Year 2
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Dissertation 60 Credits | Credits: 60 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Professional Development In Radiotherapy And Oncology | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Researching For Practice (Distance Learning) | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Breast Cancer Radiotherapy | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Contemporary Radiotherapy Planning Practice | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Evidencing Your Cpd | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Evidencing Your Cpd | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Excellence In Prostate Cancer Treatment And Care | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Head And Neck Cancer | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Health Promotion And Lifestyle Management | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Image Guided Radiotherapy | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Information Giving And Informed Consent | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Interprofessional Education (Distance Learning) | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Practical |
| Module: Leadership In Practice (Distance Learning) | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Learning And Teaching For Practice (Distance Learning) | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Personalised Care And Supported Self-Management For Those Affected By Cancer | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Planning Service Improvement | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Psychology Of Cancer Care | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
Final year
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Dissertation 60 Credits | Credits: 60 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Researching For Practice (Distance Learning) | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Contemporary Radiotherapy Planning Practice | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Personalised Care And Supported Self-Management For Those Affected By Cancer | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
Fees and funding
Home students
Our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time study in 2023/24 is £9,910 for the course. For part-time study the fee will be calculated pro-rata each year based on the number of credits studied (£830 for 15 credits or £1,655 for 30 credits).
† If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
International students
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2023/24 is £9,910 for the course. For distance learning study the fee will be calculated pro-rata each year based on the number of credits studied (£830 for 15 credits or £1,655 for 30 credits).
Postgraduate student loans
Up to £11,222 available for Home students on most masters courses.
Additional course costs
This link allows you to view estimated costs associated with the main activities on specific courses. These are estimates and, as such, are only an indication of additional course costs. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the choices you make during your course.
Additional costs for Radiotherapy and oncology courses (PDF, 199.1KB)Legal information
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