University of South Australia
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Radiation Therapy)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationUnleash your unstoppable career in the rewarding and highly specialised field of radiation therapy. Radiation Therapists work alongside Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists to plan and deliver radiation treatment, primarily to cancer patients.
Using dedicated radiotherapy treatment planning software, Radiation Therapists model radiation dose and operate radiation equipment to accurately deliver high energy ionising radiation treatments, delivering safe and effective patient care and outcomes. You will also work as part of an interprofessional team to deliver life-changing outcomes for patients.
We offer South Australia’s only degree to become an accredited radiation therapy professional, and will prepare you to confidently join the workforce through a mixture of practical, theoretical, and industry learning.
This honours degree is only available to students studying the Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy) who have met the grade point average (GPA) requirements and have been made an offer into the degree.
Delivery mode
University of South Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Corner of North Terrace and, Frome Rd, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
This program is for students of the University of South Australia studying in Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy) with a competitive GPA.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Radiation Therapy) will prepare you for the following roles.
Radiation Therapist
A Radiation Therapist uses a range of radiation equipment to diagnose and treat patients. You might work with x-rays and other diagnostic machines...
Clinical Educator
A Clinical Educator trains and supports healthcare professionals to ensure high standards of clinical practice. You might work in hospitals, clinic...
Radiation Safety Officer
A Radiation Safety Officer ensures the safe use of radiation and radioactive materials in various settings, such as hospitals, research facilities,...
About University of South Australia
The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise on the global stage, agile and astute, known for relevance, equity and excellence.
We educate and prepare global learners from all backgrounds, instilling professional skills and knowledge, and capacity and drive for lifelong learning.
We undertake research that is inspired by global challenges and opportunities, delivers economic and social benefits, and which informs our teaching.
We operate through a partnered, end-user informed culture of teaching and research with a commitment to outstanding service, continuous improvement and sustainability.
Today, we have more than 230,000 graduates, industry partnerships with more than 2,500 companies worldwide, offer degrees that are industry-focused and informed, and have become one of Australia’s largest online education providers. It is this drive and ambition to break the norm that makes us who we are. Australia’s University of Enterprise.
