RTS5102 Radiation therapy science 5
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
RTS5102 Radiation therapy science 5 is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It needs RTS5110 and unlocks 5 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 12 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before RTS5102
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After RTS5102
5 units list RTS5102 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in one of the following course codes: M6004
Overview
This unit covers advanced medical radiations physics with a specific focus on image formation and instrumentation. You will gain an in-depth conceptual understanding of the instrumentation used for each of the diagnostic imaging modalities. You will undertake a critical review of the physical properties responsible for image formation.
You will acquire an appreciation of the Image Registration process and the importance of combination imaging in radiation therapy. You will gain an in-depth knowledge in the underlying theory and corresponding advancements in clinical radiation therapy instrumentation and the use of artificial intelligence in radiation therapy. You will apply this knowledge in a critical review of complex radiation therapy techniques.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Online |
Assessment
- Quiz series (4 x 20 mins Moodle quizzes x 20 marks each. 10% per quiz, MCQ/SAQ/EMQ and open-ended)Quiz / TestCompetency hurdle40%
- Scientific Poster with audio narration (100cm width x 120cm height, 1 x poster page. Audio x 5mins)Artefact30%
- Presentation with embedded audio narration (10mins presentation, 20 slides maximum)Presentation30%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the instrumentation and equipment used in Computed Tomography, Emission Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Sonography, Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy, Image-Guided Radiation Therapy, Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Brachytherapy;
- 2
Explain the principles of image formation in Computed Tomography, Emission Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Sonography, reflecting on their applications in radiation therapy;
- 3
Analyse Image Registration and the advantages gained from combination imaging;
- 4
Discuss hazards, safety requirements and environmental sustainability considerations in relation to the imaging modalities and complex radiation therapy techniques covered in this unit;
- 5
Evaluate the role of artificial intelligence in radiation therapy.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials8 hours
- Teaching approachOnline learning
8 hours of online synchronous tutorials via zoom per semester, proposed schedule of four 2-hour online Tutorials across the semester.
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For the weeks with a Tutorial:
2 hours of Tutorials, 4 hours of directed, structured learning through interactive online learning packages and tutor moderated discussion forums per week, and 5-6 hours of self-directed study per week.
For the weeks without a Tutorial:
6 hours of directed and structured learning through interactive online learning packages and tutor moderated discussion forums per week, and 5-6 hours of self-directed study per week.
Total per week = 12 hours
For full details of the teaching approach to this unit, please refer to Moodle.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Shan Kou
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Shan Kou
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for RTS5102?
You need RTS5110 before you enrol; and RTS5101 and RTS5103 before or alongside it. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after RTS5102?
RTS5102 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 5 units, including RTS5101, RTS5103, RTS5104, RTS5105 and RTS5111.
When is RTS5102 offered?
In 2026, RTS5102 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton, with an online option.
How much work is RTS5102?
The handbook expects about 12 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does RTS5102 have an exam?
No. RTS5102 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.