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Enhanced Radiotherapy and Oncology Practice at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary

  • Gain an in-depth understanding of the core principles underpinning current and future radiotherapy practice.
  • Tailor your learning to your individual professional development needs with optional modules.
  • Undertake both independent study and work-based learning relating to radiotherapy and oncology.
Learn about cancer cell biology and how treatments affect the growth and development of the disease, individually and in combination with each other. Enhance your knowledge of specific radiotherapy practice whilst taking a wider perspective as you look at the interdisciplinary nature of oncology. How you learn All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. All modules are designed to support your continuing professional development and the development of skills needed to plan and evidence this. We use various assessment methods, supporting the development of your academic and professional skills. Online activities are used to promote engagement with the distance learning materials, provide support for the final assignment and facilitate online discussion with your fellow peers on the module. You can study individual modules from this course and gain academic credit towards a qualification. You learn through:
  • essays
  • business cases or journal article
  • project and research work
  • poster and PowerPoint presentation
  • case studies
  • service improvement proposal and plans
  • critical evaluations
  • profiles of evidence
  • planning portfolio
Applied learning Applied learning is the ethos at the heart of all Sheffield Hallam courses, meaning that you are given the opportunity to put your study into practice. You'll be taught by professionals who are active in their field - so you'll get cutting edge, industry focused knowledge of your subject. You'll gain real-world skills through placements, workshops and live projects, often getting the opportunity to work with big global brands. Work experience is also embedded into every year of the course, so you polish your workplace skills alongside building a solid knowledge of your subject. Applied learning means that when you do start work, you can dive in and make things happen.

Modules

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. Modules studied may differ depending on when you start your course. Year 1 Compulsory Modules Dissertation Future Directions In Radiotherapy And Oncology Researching For Practice (Distance Learning) Elective Modules Contemporary Radiotherapy Planning Practice Evidencing Your Cpd Evidencing Your Cpd Information Giving And Informed Consent Leadership In Practice (Distance Learning) Learning And Teaching For Practice (Distance Learning) Personalised Care And Supported Self-Management For Those Affected By Cancer Year 2 Compulsory Modules Dissertation Professional Development In Radiotherapy And Oncology Researching For Practice (Distance Learning) Elective Modules Breast Cancer Radiotherapy Contemporary Radiotherapy Planning Practice Evidencing Your Cpd Evidencing Your Cpd Excellence In Prostate Cancer Treatment And Care Head And Neck Cancer Health Promotion And Lifestyle Management Image Guided Radiotherapy Information Giving And Informed Consent Interprofessional Education (Distance Learning) Leadership In Practice (Distance Learning) Learning And Teaching For Practice (Distance Learning) Personalised Care And Supported Self-Management For Those Affected By Cancer Planning Service Improvement Psychology Of Cancer Care Final year Compulsory Modules Dissertation 60 Credits Researching For Practice (Distance Learning) Elective Modules Contemporary Radiotherapy Planning Practice Personalised Care And Supported Self-Management For Those Affected By Cancer

Assessment method

Coursework, practical

Entry requirements

Academic Qualifications: Normally, applicants will hold a first degree or professional qualification recognised in the UK in a related health care subject. Other qualifications: Equivalent, international academic and/or professional qualifications will be accepted. Other relevant evidence for example documented evidence of recent CPD activity, innovative practice, service development, research projects and/or publications. Such evidence must be clearly described in any application. Applicants are usually required to provide at least one reference evidencing their capability for postgraduate study. Level of English language capability: International students studying with us over distance learning require an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill area. Relevant work or work-related experience: Normally, applicants should be working in a professional role in a related field of radiotherapy and oncology. Applicants will be required to have competent IT skills and access to a reliable internet connection to enable full engagement with the course content.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5International students studying with us over distance learning require an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill area.

Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Radiotherapy-and-oncology/MSc-Enhanced-Radiotherapy-and-Oncology-Practice/Distance-learning/

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
EU £17155 Year 1
International £17155 Year 1

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

Our tuition fee for UK students on full-time undergraduate degree courses in 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. These fees are regulated by the UK government and therefore subject to change in future years. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found at https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations under student fees regulations. Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2025/26 is £17,155 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/undergraduate/fees

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Enhanced Radiotherapy and Oncology Practice at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS