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Radiography Radiotherapy and Oncology (with Foundation Year)
- BSc (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Parkwood Campus - Bournemouth
Course summary
“Please note that this course is taught at our Bournemouth location only.”
This foundation course is designed for applicants who do not meet the admissions criteria for the BSc (Hons) Radiography (Radiotherapy and Oncology) (Honors) degree. You’ll start by completing a foundation year, which provides well-structured support. Following successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress with confidence to the first year of the BSc (Hons) Radiography (Radiotherapy and Oncology) degree. The BSc (Hons) Radiography (Radiotherapy and Oncology) degree provides a route into a rewarding career as a therapeutic radiographer.
One in two of the population will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime and so radiotherapy treatment, which uses high energy x-rays to treat tumours, has never been more important. Up to a third of people with cancer will need radiotherapy and will rely on people like you to provide it.
Studying the BSc (Hons) Radiography (Radiotherapy and Oncology) course will equip you with all the skills and knowledge you need to become a fully qualified therapeutic radiographer and you’ll develop the ability to think critically, analyse data, evaluate treatments and empathise with the patients in your care.
On completion of the course, you will have the ability to synthesise evidence from current practice and research to develop in-depth critical knowledge and understanding of the therapeutic profession.
This BSc (Hons) Radiography (Radiotherapy and Oncology) course will enable you to learn how to work under pressure using advanced equipment, and make split-second critical decisions.
This course is accredited by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) for eligibility to apply for registration.
Guidance for Applicants with a Disability or Health Condition
We are keen to support students who wish to share a disability or health condition and encourage you to discuss this with us if you have not done so already.
At this time, our building has certain areas that may pose challenges for students with mobility needs.
If you have any specific accessibility requirements and are not already in touch with us about these, or you would like more information about accessibility at HSU, please contact us at studentservices@aecc.ac.uk or visit https://www.hsu.ac.uk/student-life/services/student-services/ for more information.
Modules
Year 0 (foundation year) (subject to approval, unit titles may change) - Human Sciences I, Introduction to Healthcare, Personal and Professional Development, Gateway Extended Project, Human Sciences II, Foundations in Radiography (Diagnostic Radiography and Therapeutic Radiography)
Year 1 - Radiation Physics
Anatomical Systems for Imaging & Radiotherapy
Foundations of Radiotherapy & Oncology I
Foundations of Radiotherapy & Oncology II
Professional Practice & Patient Care for Radiotherapy
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice
Year 2 - Planning & Verification
Radiotherapy Equipment
Research Methodologies
Oncology II
Applied Radiobiology
Professional Practice & Wellbeing for Radiotherapy
Year 3 - Practice Based Project
Imaging for Radiotherapy
Advances in Radiotherapy & Oncology Practice
Oncology III
Professional Practice & Clinical Confidence for Radiotherapy
Assessment method
You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, these include coursework, examinations, group work and projects.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Parkwood Campus - Bournemouth
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years
Start dates
- 09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B824
- Institution code:
- A65
- Campus name:
- Parkwood Campus - Bournemouth
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Foundation
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B824
- Institution code:
- A65
- Campus name:
- Parkwood Campus - Bournemouth
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
International applicants
To meet the minimum English Language requirements of the programme, applicants will need to achieve an overall IELTS score of 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in each section.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 - 120 points
from 3 A-levels (or equivalent)
A level - BBC - BBB
to include Biology/Human Biology/Mathematics/Chemistry or Physics
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
in a relevant subject such as; Applied Science/ Medical Science or Health and Social Care
Access to HE Diploma
Grades will need to total 120-112 UCAS points or above in a relevant subject such as; Science, Medicine, Human Science, Allied Health Professions.
Scottish Higher - BBBBBB
to include Biology/Human Biology/Mathematics/Chemistry or Physics
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 - 32 points
to include Biology/Human Biology/Mathematics/Chemistry or Physics at Higher level
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H3
to include Biology/Human Biology/Mathematics/Chemistry or Physics
T Level - M
All T Level Health and Sciences pathways accepted Grade Merit or above
Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A*-C including Maths and English, or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).
Additional entry requirements
- Health checks
- Interview
- Other
- New students are required to undertake a DBS (criminal convictions check/national police check) and an occupational health check with immunsations, these costs are covered by the student
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | with no less than 6.5 in each section |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 100 | with minimum scores of 19 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking |
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We understand that every student is unique, therefore we do not just look at grades to assess your application, we use the information you provide on your UCAS application to consider whether a contextual offer may be appropriate for you. We take into account lots of other factors such as the area you live, the performance of your schools and your own personal circumstances that could have an impact on the grades you achieve.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17684* | Year 1 |
| International | £17684* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Health Sciences University reserves the right to increase your tuition fees each year, reflecting the changes in costs of delivering your course, improving the educational services we provide to you, and any changes in government policy or regulation.
In line with our tuition fee policy, your tuition fee will not exceed a 10% increase on the previous academic year’s tuition fee (subject at all times to the maximum tuition fee caps set by Government from time to time).
New students are required to undertake a Enhanced DBS (criminal convictions check/national police check) and a Pre-enrolment Health & Vaccination Screening. The costs of these are covered by the student.
There may be additional course related costs you will need to budget for to fully participate in and complete the course. For more information about additional costs for this course please visit https://www.hsu.ac.uk/student-life/student-finances/additional-costs/
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