Radiography Radiotherapy and Oncology (with Foundation Year)

Health Sciences University

**"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.

Radiology