Overview

This intensive two-year Radiation Therapy at The University of Texas Health Science Center is composed of a didactic phase followed by directed clinical training at affiliated hospitals and cancer centers. During the didactic phase, formal lectures cover human anatomy, physiology, radiation therapy physics, radiation oncology, pathology, radiation biology, treatment planning, medical dosimetry, quality assurance and patient care.

Radiation Therapists are vital members of the Radiation Oncology team. They specialize in planning and delivering radiation therapy while providing the highest level of safe, accurate and personalized treatment to cancer patients.

Careers

Radiation therapists are in high demand within the United States and worldwide. They have a wide range of career options that include: education, management, medical sales and technical training positions for emerging technology and treatment techniques.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pathophysiology for Health Professions

Simulation and Treatment Techniques

Radiation Safety and Protection

Technical Radiation Oncology

Diversity & Cultural Competency

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

80 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

Medical Imaging Pathology View 246 other Bachelors in Medical Imaging in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum overall GPA, prerequisite GPA, and prerequisite science GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale is required for application. Meeting the minimum GPA does not guarantee acceptance

Prerequisite coursework

Online application, including essay

Three professional recommendation forms

Official transcript from each college attended

TOEFL exam scores for international applicants

Foreign college transcript should include a course-by-course and grade-by-grade evaluation from an approved agency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

15672 SHP / year

≈ 15672 SHP / year
Out-of-State

15672 SHP / year

≈ 15672 SHP / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

3106 SHP / year

≈ 3106 SHP / year

Living costs

Houston

United States

1067 - 1950 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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