Overview
Key facts
This 10-day course will give you a broad knowledge of medical physics as it applies to the clinical practice of radiotherapy. Modelled on the physics syllabus of the FRCR Part I examinations and will therefore provide suitable preparation for this professional examination.
University of Birmingham's Radiation Physics programme will teach you more about this topic.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Explain the basic physics principles that underpin radiotherapy, e.g. types of radiation, atomic structure etc;
- Explain the principles of radiation dosimetry;
- Explain the principles of therapeutic radiation physics including X-rays, electron beam physics, radioactive sources, use of unsealed sources and Brachytherapy;
- Describe how to use radiotherapy equipment both for tumour localisation, planning and treatment; Define quality assurance and quality control, in the context of radiotherapy and the legal requirements;
- Explain the principles and practice of radiation protection, dose limits, screening and protection mechanisms.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 10 days
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Physics View 13 other Short Courses in Physics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
6 months oncology experience and holding a degree, preferably a 2.1 or equivalent qualifications in an appropriate medical/scientific subject.
Tuition Fee
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International
3182 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3182 GBP for the full programme during 10 days. -
National
1352 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1352 GBP for the full programme during 10 days.
Living costs for Birmingham
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.