RTS5103 Radiation therapy science 6
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
RTS5103 Radiation therapy science 6 is a level 5, 12-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
- 12
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 24 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before RTS5103
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After RTS5103
5 units list RTS5103 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in one of the following course codes: M6004
Overview
In this unit, you will cover the: loco-motor, lymphatic, cardio-vascular, and haematological systems.
You will study the principles and applications of radiation therapy planning, treatment, and patient care. You will be able to analyse and evaluate radiation therapy planning approaches and planning evaluation tools. This unit includes simulated learning online treatment planning activities that will allow you to develop further clinical and professional skills in planning.
You will analyse and evaluate the principles of quality assurance, clinical governance, health care standards, and the safe use of medicines in radiation therapy.
Whilst studying these topics, you will be encouraged to critically reflect, analyse and synthesis relevant information from the literature and reflect on your experiences.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Online |
Assessment
- Multimedia communication (2,000 words equivalent)Presentation30%
- Simulated clinical learning skills workbook and demonstrationDemonstrationCompetency hurdle50%
- Online contouring assessments via ProKnow (Multiple 30-mins assessments incl. 500 word reflections)Demonstration20%
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
Identify and describe in detail; structural and sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology and oncology related to: loco-motor, lymphatic, and cardiovascular systems.
- 2
Critically analyse and reflect on evidence-based radiation therapy planning, treatment and verification techniques for the loco-motor, lymphatic, and cardiovascular systems.
- 3
Describe radiation therapy side effects and analyse interdisciplinary, culturally inclusive patient care and evidence-based management strategies for the loco-motor, lymphatic, and cardiovascular systems.
- 4
Demonstrate intermediate beginner level approaches to radiation therapy treatment planning and evaluate the clinical application of these for cancers of the loco-motor, lymphatic, and cardiovascular systems.
- 5
Apply the principles of radiation safety, quality management, digital health, occupational health and safety.
- 6
Appraise imaging modalities and plan evaluation tools used in radiotherapy.
- 7
Demonstrate intermediate beginner level approaches to contouring and analyse the clinical applications of contouring tools.
- 8
Evaluate the principles of effective and respectful working collaborations with the multidisciplinary team.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials8 hours
- Teaching approachOnline learning
While on clinical placement (weeks 1-4) 1 x 1 hour support session per fortnight.
During weeks 5-12 (non-clinical weeks) x 8 hours of online tutorial sessions (1 x 1-hour sessions per week). Additional support sessions (up to 1 hr per week) may also be scheduled ad-hoc.
22 hours self-directed study per week.
Total = 24 hours per week.
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
- Angelina Piccolo
- Chief Examiners
- Angelina Piccolo
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for RTS5103?
You need RTS5110 before you enrol; and RTS5101 and RTS5102 before or alongside it. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after RTS5103?
RTS5103 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 5 units, including RTS5101, RTS5102, RTS5104, RTS5105 and RTS5111.
When is RTS5103 offered?
In 2026, RTS5103 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton, with an online option.
How much work is RTS5103?
The handbook expects about 24 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does RTS5103 have an exam?
No. RTS5103 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.