Overview

Program description

The Medical Radiation Physics Programme offers specialized training for aspiring Radiotherapy Technology graduates.

As a part of the Radiation Oncology team Radiotherapy Technologists prepare patient immobilization, Operate imaging and treatment modalities for the patient who requires radiation, ensure that overall safety procedures are followed, such as to monitor patients during their treatments and check for unusual reactions to the treatment. They keep detailed records of treatment. Radiotherapy Technologists are responsible for the accurate delivery of radiotherapy to cancer patients.

Objective

Professional Objectives:

By the end of the program students should be able to:

  • Treat patients on Linear accelerators, Cobalt 60, X-ray and other radiation therapy equipment independently as prescribed by radiation oncologists under the supervision of experienced Radiotherapy Technologists
  • Prepare acrylic moulds for patient immobilization for the purpose of Radiotherapy. Monitor the patient's physical and psychological well-being during the entire course of treatment. Perform Treatment Planning in Simulator and image acquisition on CT scanner
  • Train and supervise student radiotherapy technologists.
  • Promote, support and further advance the character, status and interests of medical Radiotherapy Technology
  • Promote, advance scientific knowledge by means of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and debates in all branches of radiotherapy.
  • Work as a team to provide quality service.?

Careers Prospectus

Graduates of this program can find placements in,

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Program Educational Objectives, Program Outcome and Course Outline- Bachelor of Science in Radiotherapy Technology.

Key Dates & Deadlines

15

Mar 15 25

Mar ' 25

Last date to Apply

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Tentative Course Commencement Date

Duration

4 years inclusive of 1-year internship.

Facilties

Healthcare
Access to hospital facilities gives student hands-on training in procedures

Innovative Center
State-of-the-art Innovation Centre to facilitate multi-disciplinary research

Labs
Laboratories give students the opportunity for practical experience

Sports & Fitness
Marena is the world-class facilities with courts for badminton, tennis, soccer & squash as well as a well-equipped gymnasium

Libraries
Libraries have publications on the latest developments in allied healthcare

Student Housing
Student hostels are their homes away from homes

Next Steps

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