Radiotherapy and Oncology
Glasgow Caledonian University
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Therapeutic radiographers are highly skilled caring professionals who have an essential role in the treatment of patients with cancer. They deliver radiotherapy treatment using state-of-the-art equipment. Radiotherapy radiographers work as part of the health care team and are involved in decisions about radiotherapy patient management. They provide care and support to patients and their families throughout the cancer journey. GCU is the largest provider of therapeutic radiography education in ...Read more

Therapeutic radiographers are highly skilled caring professionals who have an essential role in the treatment of patients with cancer. They deliver radiotherapy treatment using state-of-the-art equipment. Radiotherapy radiographers work as part of the health care team and are involved in decisions about radiotherapy patient management. They provide care and support to patients and their families throughout the cancer journey. GCU is the largest provider of therapeutic radiography education in Scotland. The teaching team work closely with practice colleagues in the NHS and with their professional body to ensure the programme is relevant and up-to-date. You will have use of a dedicated radiotherapy treatment planning laboratory and digital image viewing equipment. Practice placements will provide you with experience in both large and smaller cancer centres.Completion of an Honours degree in Radiotherapy and Oncology leads to eligibility to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and membership of the Society of Radiographers. Our degree is internationally recognised and offers a range of career opportunities in hospitals and other clinical settings. You can also progress towards clinical specialisation, management, teaching and research careers.

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Student Reviewer
29 Feb 24

Staff are friendly some don’t get back to you in a timely manner and prioritise their own..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBC Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6):

Pass Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

26 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2H3H3H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Students from England

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£15,200 per year

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Students from EU

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£15,200 per year

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29 Feb 24
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Glasgow Caledonian University
Cowcaddens Road Glasgow Glasgow, City Of G4 0BA United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Glasgow Queen Street  0.1 miles away
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