Course summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information Course summary
- Develop expert practice skills within a defined scope of practice.
- Enhance your critical skills, including problem solving and critical decision making.
- Progress from expert to advanced level practice.
- Enhance critical appraisal skills around the knowledge base of your scope of practice.
- Become an autonomous practitioner, improving your research, leadership skills and ability to implement service developments.
- independent guided study
- student–directed learning
- completion of formative tasks
- use of our virtual learning environment (Blackboard)
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 Advancing Specialist Practice Expert Practice For Extended Roles Elective Modules - Breast Cancer Radiotherapy Contemporary Radiotherapy Planning Practice Excellence In Prostate Cancer Treatment And Care Information Giving And Informed Consent Learning And Teaching For Practice (Distance Learning) Non Medical Prescribing Personalised Care And Supported Self-Management For Those Affected By Cancer Year 2 - Compulsory modules Researching For Practice (Distance Learning) Elective modules - Advanced Communication In Supportive Care Advanced Physical Assessment And Consultation Skills Breast Cancer Radiotherapy Contemporary Issues In Advancing Practice (Distance Learning) Contemporary Radiotherapy Planning Practice Evidencing Your Cpd Head And Neck Cancer Health Promotion And Lifestyle Management Image Guided Radiotherapy Information Giving And Informed Consent (15 credits) Information Giving And Informed Consent (30 credits) Interprofessional Education (Distance Learning) Interprofessional Education (Distance Learning) Leadership In Practice (Distance Learning) Non-Medical Prescribing Non-Medical Prescribing Planning Service Improvement Psychology Of Cancer Care Final year - Compulsory modules Dissertation 60 credits
Assessment method
Coursework Practical Exam
Entry requirements
Academic Qualifications: You must hold a degree in a related health care subject, for example BSc (Hons) Radiotherapy and Oncology or Therapeutic Radiography or a Diploma of the College of Radiographers (T). Other formally certified qualifications: Equivalent, international academic and/or professional qualifications will be considered on an individual basis Level of English language capability: If English is not your first language or you are an international student studying with us you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill area. Relevant work or work-related experience: You will typically be working in an extended / advanced role or moving into one within the field of radiotherapy and / or oncology. You must have managerial / employer support and a nominated mentor in a suitable role to support your development during the course. This will normally be a Health Professional already working within an extended / advanced role, a Clinician or a Consultant / Advanced Clinical Practitioner. To satisfy these requirements a letter of support from your manager / employer will be required before you commence the course. You will need to have access to a reliable internet connection to support engagement with the course and have sound IT skills.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | If English is not your first language or you are an international student studying with us you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill area. |
If English is not your first language or you are an international student studying with us you must have 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
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.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB