M6004 Master of Radiation Therapy
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Master of Radiation Therapy (M6004) is a 2 years full-time, 96-credit-point, master's degree (coursework) course from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, taught at Clayton. Map your units semester by semester with the MonMap planner.
- Credit points
- 96
- Duration
- 2 years full time
- Campus
- Clayton
- Off campus
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Overview
This course provide you with the advanced knowledge and skills required to obtain a professional entry level qualification to work in the field of radiation therapy, if you are a graduate with a background in science or health care.
It provides a professional qualification at a postgraduate level of study.
Employment opportunities for graduates exist in both public and private health sectors, in metropolitan and regional Australia. This is the only distance-learning graduate-entry radiation therapy program offered in Australia and it may be available for interstate students to study in their home state.
An integral component of the course is 45 weeks of clinical attachments completed over the two years where you will be required to attend Victorian and Interstate, regional and metropolitan clinical placements.
Currently NSW clinical placement centres have a requirement that students undertaking clinical are from their state. This is a requirement as they are offering the clinical placements to be able to fill their future workforce. Without fulfilling these requirements we would not be able to offer these places to applicants. We will adjust the offering of applicants by rank but taking into account the location of applicants and clinical placement requirements.
Course structure
Part A. Advanced foundations for radiation therapy and professional practice24 credit points
The professional component of this course consists of a total of 45 weeks over the two years. You will be required to attend Victorian and Interstate, regional and metropolitan clinical placements.
Part B. Evidence-based radiation therapy and perspectives of professional practice48 credit points
- RTS5110Radiation therapy science and practice 1No reviews yet6 cp
- RTS5101Radiation therapy science 4No reviews yet6 cp
- RTS5102Radiation therapy science 5No reviews yet6 cp
- RTS5103Radiation therapy science 6No reviews yet12 cp
- RTS5104Radiation therapy science 7No reviews yet12 cp
- RTS5105Radiation therapy science 8No reviews yet6 cp
Part C. Applied radiation therapy practice24 credit points
The handbook's description of this structure
The course is structured in three parts: Part A. Advanced foundations for radiation therapy and professional practice, Part B. Evidence-based radiation therapy and perspectives on professional practice, and Part C. Applied radiation therapy practice.
Part A. Advanced foundations for radiation therapy and professional practice
These studies will provide you with an orientation to the field of radiation therapy at advanced undergraduate level. They examine the foundational sciences underpinning medical radiation science, such as physics, radiobiology and dosimetry. These units also introduce you to anatomy, patho-physiology, oncology and radiation therapy planning, treatment and patient care. An introduction to the practice of radiation therapy and aspects of your knowledge of the skills required for professional practice within the Australian health care system are also provided.
Part B. Evidence-based radiation therapy and perspectives of professional practice
These studies will provide you with knowledge and skills relevant to thoughtful, innovative and evidence-based practice. You will acquire knowledge of medico-legal and ethical issues related to radiation therapy and oncology, and the impact of cancer on patients' psychological well-being. The units also continue to build on your knowledge of working as a professional in the Australian health care system. Your knowledge of the applications of advanced skills will be further developed with respect to radiation therapy planning, treatment, imaging and patient care in different contexts.
Part C. Applied radiation therapy practice
The professional experience placements will enable you to connect the theoretical components of your course with the practical aspects of health care under the valuable guidance of practitioners.
Course progression map
The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.
The course requires the completion of 96 points including Part A. Advanced foundations for radiation therapy and professional practice (24 points), Part B.Evidence-based radiation therapy and perspectives of professional practice (48 points), and Part C. Applied medical radiation practice (24 points).
Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.
Part A. Advanced foundations for radiation therapy and professional practice (24 points)
You must complete:
- RTS4101 Radiation therapy science 1
- RTS4102 Radiation therapy science 2 (12 points)
- RTS4103 Radiation therapy science 3
Part B. Evidence-based radiation therapy and perspectives of professional practice (48 points)
You must complete:
- RTS5110 Radiation therapy science and practice 1
- RTS5101 Radiation therapy science 4
- RTS5102 Radiation therapy science 5
- RTS5103 Radiation therapy science 6 (12 points)
- RTS5104 Radiation therapy science 7 (12 points)
- RTS5105 Radiation therapy science 8
Part C. Applied radiation therapy practice (24 points)
You must complete three professional clinical experience placements:
- RTS5111 Radiation science and professional practice (24 points)
The professional component of this course consists of a total of 49 weeks over the two years.
Learning outcomes
These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.
Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:
- 1
demonstrate knowledge of the physical, biomedical and psycho-social sciences and humanities which underpin contemporary radiation therapy practice, recognising the importance of radiation safety in the delivery of patient centred radiation therapy
- 2
apply the knowledge, skills, technical competency and level of professionalism expected of an entry-level radiation therapist who is capable of independent and collaborative clinical decision making to deliver optimal patient centred procedures in; pre-treatment imaging, planning and dosimetry, treatment delivery and imaging and patient care
- 3
investigate, analyse, synthesise and reflect on complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply this knowledge and understanding to radiation therapy practice
- 4
demonstrate a reflective, empathetic, ethical and compassionate approach to practice, acknowledging diversity and individual differences, equity and equality and creating a culturally safe environment for the delivery of radiation therapy services
- 5
access, analyse, synthesise and apply evidence to practice and apply knowledge of research methods and demonstrate the ability to effectively disseminate new knowledge
- 6
communicate knowledge of radiation therapy and patient care clearly, ethically, unambiguously and in a culturally sensitive way in written and oral formats and using information management systems and digital technology
- 7
demonstrate and apply an understanding within the legal and regulatory context of the requirement for accurate and timely documentation of patient information
- 8
demonstrate self-awareness, self-directedness and knowledge of self-care and the care of others to practice
- 9
demonstrate the importance of and apply the principles of lifelong learning and continuing professional development in the context of patient safety and professional regulation
- 10
demonstrate cultural capability with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples including respect, communication, reflection, advocacy and safety and quality
- 11
recognise the theories underpinning collaborative and ethical practice, team work, communication and interdisciplinary patient care and apply these to practice
- 12
recognise how the principles of learning and feedback can be applied in practice to support patients, carers, members of the health care team and students
Entry requirements
English language
Monash Level D, that is: IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall (no band lower than 7.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 65 overall with no band lower than 65; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score 98 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 27, Listening: 24, Reading: 24 and Speaking: 23; or Equivalent approved English test
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Professional accreditation
The Master of Radiation Therapy is accredited by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to apply for general (full) registration as a radiation therapist from the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (subject to English language requirements).
All students will be registered as student practitioners with the Medical Radiations Practice Board through the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency.
Notes for students
Other information
This course provide you with the advanced knowledge and skills required to obtain a professional entry level qualification to work in the field of radiation therapy, if you are a graduate with a background in science or health care.
It provides a professional qualification at a postgraduate level of study.
Employment opportunities for graduates exist in both public and private health sectors, in metropolitan and regional Australia. This is the only distance-learning graduate-entry radiation therapy program offered in Australia and it may be available for interstate students to study in their home state.
An integral component of the course is 45 weeks of clinical attachments completed over the two years where you will be required to attend Victorian and Interstate, regional and metropolitan clinical placements.
Currently NSW clinical placement centres have a requirement that students undertaking clinical are from their state. This is a requirement as they are offering the clinical placements to be able to fill their future workforce. Without fulfilling these requirements we would not be able to offer these places to applicants. We will adjust the offering of applicants by rank but taking into account the location of applicants and clinical placement requirements.
Contacts
- Academic Coordinator
- Associate Professor Caroline Wright
Common questions
How long is Master of Radiation Therapy?
2 years full time, 96 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 4 semesters of full-time study.
Where can I study Master of Radiation Therapy?
At Clayton.
How do I plan my Master of Radiation Therapy units?
Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.