Therapeutic Radiography, MRad

Therapeutic radiography is a rewarding profession that brings together care and technological expertise. It is the skilled application of controlled amounts of radiation to treat medical conditions, mainly cancer and tumours. The therapeutic radiographer has shared responsibility for the planning and accurate delivery of radiation treatment.Therapeutic radiographers work with patients every day to help improve their care and their lives. Therapeutic radiographers are a part of a patient's journey, from initial referral through planning and treatment to the post-treatment review. Therapeutic radiographers are a valued member of a multidisciplinary team providing a person-centred service. This is a four-year integrated undergraduate master’s course. Students commence the course with a view to graduating with a Master of Radiography: Therapeutic (MTRad) in four years and the eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC. Years Three and Four are taught alongside postgraduate students studying on the MSc Therapeutic Radiography (Pre-Registration) course. There is an option for students to choose a BSc (Hons) route at the end of Year Two and they will still be eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC as a therapeutic radiographer