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- Description
- Program learning outcomes
- Details
- Admission information
- Credit transfer
- Compulsory program requirements
- Professional recognition
- Academic requirements for program completion
- Program plans
- Additional documents
- Transition arrangements
- Program structure
- Honours
- Additional information
- International students
- Additional support
Program handbook
Description
The Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Radiation Therapy) is a 4 year AQF level 8 Bachelor Honours program.
Radiation Therapy is one of the main treatment options for patients diagnosed with cancer. Radiation Therapists are the health care professionals who use anatomical and functional imaging studies to design courses of treatment for patients with malignant disease, and use a range of advanced technology to implement daily treatment. Radiation Therapists have a large responsibility to monitor patients' health and well-being during treatment. Radiation Therapy contributes significantly to the high cancer cure rates in Australia.
Program learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
- Applied advanced knowledge, attitudes and clinical skills to evaluate and implement modern and evolving imaging and treatment strategies as registered practitioners.
- Demonstrated the ability to work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills to provide clear and coherent information and ideas to individuals, groups and healthcare teams.
- Demonstrated skills to design and undertake research and competently apply evidence-based knowledge and clinical reasoning to deliver safe and effective professional practice.
- Demonstrated professional and personal behaviours consistent with a commitment to legal and ethical behaviour, accountability in practice, and the promotion and development of the profession.
- Effectively used technology in clinical practice and professional education.
- Demonstrated the ability to take responsibility for reflection on their own clinical practice, and ongoing learning and professional development.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the operation and clinical utility of advanced medical imaging techniques, such as computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Details
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Program code | 40010 | |||||
AQF level | Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree | |||||
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Assumed knowledge | English (any level) and Mathematics (any level) and/or Physics | |||||
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CRICOS Code | 088062C |
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Admission information
Admission requirements
Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.
The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.
For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:
English Language Requirements
All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.
- IELTS Overall Minimum: 7
- IELTS Sub Test Minimum: 7
Additional selection criteria
- Special Selection Procedures - Special selection procedures apply for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For details call (02) 4921 6863.
Credit transfer
If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.
Compulsory program requirements
Students will complete approximately 42 weeks of practical experience throughout the program in a variety of settings both locally and nationally. Travel, accommodation and related expenses for clinical placements will be at the responsibility of the student.
Students will attend on-campus simulation classes in state-of-the-art training laboratories to prepare for, and supplement, the clinical placement experience.
Post-admission requirements
First Aid Certificate
First Aid Certificate
NSW Health Verification Requirements
Mandatory NSW Health Verification Requirements must be met. More information is available here.
Compulsory program requirements - Review of progress
In addition to meeting the University's overall requirements for academic progression, students must satisfactorily complete the following courses to progress in their program.
MRSC4230B - Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 4B
MRSC3220 - Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 3A
MRSC2220 - Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 2A
MRSC2270 - Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 2B
MRSC3270 - Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 3B
MRSC4230A - Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 4A
MRSC1220 - Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 1B
Professional recognition
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
UON radiation therapy graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) https://www.ahpra.gov.au/. Your accreditation allows you to work in Australia and overseas.
Academic requirements for program completion
Total units required
320 units
Program duration
4 years full-time.
International students studying this program on campus are required to enrol full time to comply with their student visa requirements and complete their study in the standard minimum program duration. International students requiring enrolment advice should review the program plan corresponding to the semester and year of commencement and can contact their Program Advisor at ProgramAdvice@newcastle.edu.au
Program requirements
Qualification for the award of Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Radiation Therapy) requires completion of 320 units consisting of:
- 300 units of Core Courses; and
- 20 units of Elective Courses for Non-Graded Honours; or 20 units of Research Project courses for Graded Honours.
Not all courses are offered each semester.
All registered health practitioners and education providers have a professional and ethical obligation to protect public health and provide safe healthcare. Students enrolled in this course should be aware that under the National Law (http://www.ahpra.gov.au/About-AHPRA/What-we-do/Legislation.aspx) there is a mandatory obligation for education providers and practitioners to report a student with an impairment that may place the public at substantial risk of harm while undertaking a professional practice placement. For more information please see the UON Student Placement Website or AHPRA Mandatory Notifications.
Program planner
Current students program planner
Current students can plan their program using Program Planner.
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Transition arrangements
From 2021 onwards INDH2490 Foundations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health will be replacing MRSC1060 Medical Radiation Science 2A. Students who have previously completed MRSC1060 will not be required to complete INDH2490.
STAT1070 will be offered to Year 2 MRS students in Semester 1 2021, and Year 3 MRS students in Semester 2 2021. From 2022 onwards STAT1070 will remain in Semester 1 for MRS students.
MRSC2570 Radiation Therapy Instrumentation 2B will be replaced by MRSC2560 Medical Radiation Science Instrumentation 2B (students who have successfully completed MRSC2570 will not be required to complete MRSC2560).
MRSC4270 Radiation Therapy Professional Practice IVB will be replaced by MRSC4160 Medical Radiation Science Professional Practice 4B (students who have successfully completed MRSC4270 will not be required to complete MRSC4160).
From 2024 onwards, MRSC4230A and MRSC4230B will be replacing MRSC4220 and MRSC4160. Students who have previously completed both MRSC4220 AND MRSC4160 will not be required to complete MRSC4230A and MRSC4230B.
To ensure you enrol correctly, please refer to your program plan for the year you commenced your degree.
Program structure
Students can plan their program using Program Planner. It is recommended students review the program handbook in conjunction with using Program Planner.
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Core
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program. | |||
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Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
HLSC1000 | Transition to Health Sciences Education and Practice |
| 10 units |
HUBS1105 | Musculoskeletal Anatomy |
| 10 units |
HUBS1401 | Human Bioscience |
| 10 units |
MRSC1010 | Medical Radiation Science 1A |
| 10 units |
MRSC1201 | Basic Radiation Therapy Methods IB |
| 10 units |
MRSC1220 | Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 1B |
| 10 units |
PHYS1250 | MRS Physics and Radiation Protection |
| 10 units |
STAT1070 | Statistics for the Sciences |
| 10 units |
HUBS2103 | Neural and Visceral Anatomy |
| 10 units |
HUBS2203 | Introductory Pharmacology |
| 10 units |
INDH2490 | Foundations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health |
| 10 units |
MRSC2200 | Radiation Therapy Methods IIA |
| 10 units |
MRSC2220 | Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 2A |
| 10 units |
MRSC2250 | Radiation Therapy Methods IIB |
| 10 units |
MRSC2270 | Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 2B |
| 10 units |
MRSC2501 | Medical Radiation Science Instrumentation IIA |
| 10 units |
MRSC2560 | Medical Radiation Science Instrumentation 2B |
| 10 units |
PSYC2505 | Foundations of Psychology and Sociology for Health Professionals |
| 10 units |
MRSC3020 | MRS Cross-Sectional Imaging 1 |
| 10 units |
MRSC3080 | MRS Cross-Sectional Imaging 2 |
| 10 units |
MRSC3205 | Radiation Therapy Methods 111A |
| 10 units |
MRSC3220 | Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 3A |
| 10 units |
MRSC3260 | Radiation Therapy Methods IIIB |
| 10 units |
MRSC3270 | Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 3B |
| 10 units |
HLSC4120 | Research Methodology and Design |
| 10 units |
MRSC4040 | MRS Image Interpretation |
| 10 units |
MRSC4050 | MRS Transition to Practice |
| 10 units |
MRSC4080 | MRS Advanced and Future Practice |
| 10 units |
MRSC4230A | Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 4A |
| 10 units |
MRSC4230B | Radiation Therapy Professional Practice 4B |
| 10 units |
Graded Honours Stream
Complete the following courses to fulfil the requirements of the Graded Honours stream. | |||
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Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
HLSC4310A | Research Project A |
| 10 units |
HLSC4310B | Research Project B |
| 10 units |
Ungraded Honours Stream
Electives 20 unit requirement | |
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Complete 20 units of electives to fulfil the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement your core studies with more courses in the same field of study, or from areas that might be of interest to you. Electives can be chosen from all courses available at the University that do not have any other conditions (such as a course requisite) applied to them. | 20 units |
Honours
All students who complete the requirements of the program will be eligible for Ungraded Honours. High performing students (minimum cumulative GPA of 5.5 at the end of Year 3) may be selected for admission into a Graded Honours stream. Positions within the Graded Honours stream are limited and entry is not guaranteed. Students selected into the Graded Honours stream are required to successfully complete 20 units of research courses as detailed in the Program Plan. The criteria for the determination of class of Honours are detailed in the Bachelor Honours policy [000990] section 5.2.2. Enquiries concerning eligibility for Graded Honours should be directed to the Program Convenor.
Additional information
Through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, students can access a free suite of NUPrep preparation courses as well as Academic Learning Support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.
During clinical placement students may be required to wear properly fitted respirators. Fit testing is the process to ensure the respirator fits the wearers face snugly, creating a seal to minimise airbourne particles travelling through gaps between the wearer's skin and the respirator. Students will need to arrange and pay for their own fit testing before attending their first placement and every subsequent 12 months.
International students
All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.
Additional support
AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the College or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.
Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online.
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Radiation Therapy)
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