MSc in Radiation Therapy Technology is to train Radiation Therapists and radiological technologist to international standards

Objectives of the Programme

The main objective of the Professional MSc in Radiation Therapy Technology is to train Radiation Therapists and radiological technologists to international standards for the CEMAC countries health care system.

Employment Opportunities:

Graduates of this program can work in hospital radiology and radiation therapy departments. They can also function as support personnel for radiation therapy and radiology equipment manufacturers.

Admission Requirements

• B.Sc./License in Biological Sciences, Nursing or any appropriate medical field
• University level courses in Anatomy and Physiology

Graduation Requirements

To graduate, a student must earn a minimum of 120 credits.

Skills to be Acquired

1. Thorough understanding of the various forms of cancer and how they can be diagnosed and treated, including the role of combinational therapy such as radiotherapy, surgery and chemotherapy.
2. Use of radiation for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
3. Quality control of radiation therapy equipment, including CT simulator, linear accelerator, treatment planning system, record and verify system.
4. Quality control procedures for MRI and other X-ray systems including mammography.
5. Ability to perform the role of an X-ray technician in a clinical setting.
6. Basic understanding of radiation treatment planning for various cancers.
7. Ability to perform the duties of a CT technologist.
8. Use of various patient information management systems.

General Studies Requirements

All candidates must be physically fit with no known physical disability. He or she must be able to lift weights of at least 30 kg with no support, and have no impairment to working in tight spaces or crawling under heavy equipment.

Language Requirements

All lectures are delivered in English, and students admitted into the program must have adequate English language training such as GCE O level, TOEFL or other English language proficiency certification.

Course Structure

Courses are delivered through live lectures, online learning, and directed self-study modules.

Internship and Dissertation

There is no formal dissertation, but students are expected to write reports during each of the two rotations in the internship program and all practical courses. Oral exams are organized for each rotation, and there will be an exit examination.

Compulsory Courses