MPY8005 : Radiotherapy Physics 1
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Judith Mott
- Lecturer: Ms Elizabeth Jefferson, Mr Jim Daniel, Mr David Morgan, Mr Josh Kirby, Dr John Byrne, Mr Nick West, Ms Rachel Brooks, Miss Karen Hawthorn, Dr Sam Warren
- Deputy Module Leader: Mr JJ Wyatt
- Owning School: School of Medical Education
- Teaching Location: Mixed Location
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
European Credit Transfer System |
Aims
This module provides the student with the knowledge that underpins the radiotherapy physics specialism in the second year of the Scientist Training Programme (STP), whilst developing critical appraisal skills.
Outline Of Syllabus
Interactions
Equipment and treatment beams
Radiation detectors and calibration chains
Treatment planning
Brachytherapy and unsealed sources
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
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Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | Non-synchronous online: eg ReCap/voice over PPT, student tasks |
Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | Written exercise - 2,300 words |
Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | 90 minute closed book exam |
Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | Formative assessment practice |
Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 34 | 1:00 | 34:00 | Present in person: Lectures/demonstrations/visits |
Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 20 | 1:00 | 20:00 | Independent and self-directed research eg module reading list |
Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | Present in person: Practicals and results analysis |
Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 4 | 1:00 | 4:00 | Present in person: Tutorial/debates/problem based learning/scenario practice/student led learning |
Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 95 | 1:00 | 95:00 | N/A |
Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The underpinning knowledge of the scientific and technical principles of radiotherapy and of the range of therapeutic techniques utilising radiation will be taught by in person lectures with limited non-synchronous lecture materials, supported by experiential learning through practicals and further supported through additional activities on the VLE.
Small group teaching will be used to explore complex topics, supported by student problem based learning and group discussions.
Small group teaching and coursework will further develop critical understanding and appraisal and analysis skills, particularly in regard to the processes required to ensure the safe delivery of radiation within a therapeutic environment.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
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Written Examination | 90 | 1 | A | 50 | Unseen written (closed book) PIP exam. To pass this module students must achieve at least 50% in the exam. |
Exam Pairings
Module Code | Module Title | Semester | Comment |
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Radiation Safety and Diagnostic Radiology 1 | 1 | N/A | |
Nuclear Medicine 1 | 1 | N/A | |
Imaging with Non Ionising Radiation 1 | 1 | N/A |
Other Assessment
Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
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Written exercise | 2 | M | 50 | 2,300 word essay |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The written exercise and closed book examination assess the students' critical understanding of the key scientific principles of radiotherapy treatment and their analytical skills.
In order to pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50% in the examination.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MPY8005's Timetable