MPY8005 : Radiotherapy Physics 1
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Judith Mott
- Lecturer: Dr Sam Warren, Ms Elizabeth Jefferson, Mr Jim Daniel, Mr David Morgan, Mr Josh Kirby, Dr John Byrne, Mr Nick West, Ms Rachel Brooks, Miss Karen Hawthorn
- 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 specialist practice in Radiotherapy Physics in the second year of the Scientist Training Programme (STP), whilst developing critical appraisal skills.
The module will:
1) build on the introductory knowledge delivered during year 1 to describe in detail the fundamental physical and technical aspects of radiotherapy equipment and detectors
2) consider in detail the physics underlying treatment planning for external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy techniques
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | Present in person: Practicals and results analysis |
| 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 | 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 radiotherapy syllabus will be taught by present in person lectures, tutorials and practicals. Small group teaching will be used to explore complex topics, supported by problem based learning and group discussions. Understanding is further developed in the workplace through directed reading and independent study.
The student’s critical understanding and analysis skills will be progressively developed through tutorials and small group teaching and the use of coursework/problem based learning.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 50 | 2,300 word essay |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The written exercise and closed book examination assess the students' analytical skills and their critical understanding of the key scientific principles of radiotherapy.
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