Current routes into the profession are:
- A 3 year BSc (Hons) course in Radiotherapy
- A 2 year Post graduate or MSc course in radiotherapy: this is open to students with a previous degree in a science based subject
- A 3 year Apprenticeship Program
A career as a therapeutic radiographer is challenging and rewarding, mixing knowledge of physics, technology and cancer with the need for exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for dealing with the day to day care of patients undergoing cancer treatment.
All options lead to applicants being able to apply to be a HCPC registered therapeutic radiographer.
If you are interested in a career in radiotherapy and want more information, such as open days or to arrange departmental visits, email Leeds Radiotherapy Education Team.
Radiotherapy Education Team
Useful Resources:
More information can be found on a career in radiotherapy following these links:
Therapeutic Radiographer – Career Compass Leeds Interested in becoming a Therapeutic Radiographer? – YouTubeA list of Therapeutic Radiography courses can be found at:
Directory of pre-registration programmes – College of Radiographers