Program Overview
The Radiotherapy and Oncology at Queen Margaret University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Radiotherapy and Oncology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 15,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Musselburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Radiotherapy and Oncology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- 15 credits: Professional Studies for Health Professionals/ Radiotherapy Science/ Research Methods for Health Professionals
- 30 credits: Introduction to Cancer and its Management/ Radiotherapy and Oncology Practice One
- 45 credits: Radiotherapy and Oncology Practice Two
- 10 credits: Introduction to the Human Body/ Science and Technology
- 50 credits: Work-Based learning 1/ Work-Based Learning 2
- If progressing to MSc, you will also complete a research project (60 credits).
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Normally a science or health-related honours degree. This course is not suitable for applicants already holding a qualification in therapeutic radiography.
International: Where your honours degree has not been studied in English, you will be required to take an IELTS test receiving an overall score of 6.5 and no individual component score below 6.0.
Interview: Applicants are expected to attend an interview at QMU. Interviews will take place on set dates, normally in February, April and June.
Criminal records check: A satisfactory criminal records check will be required.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Queen Margaret University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Queen Margaret University
Queen Margaret University
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
