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    Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy

    About The Academic Program

    To qualify cadres with comprehensive knowledge, professional and research skills that enables them to meet the latest standards of the radiation therapy profession for the development of health care and community services.

    Major

    Radiotherapy

    Language of instruction

    English

    Duration

    5 Years

    Academic degree

    Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy

    Career opportunities

    All government and private hospitals specialized in cancer treatment, clinics, primary health centers, research centers, energy, radiation studies and renewable energy centers, radiation protection centers, and their attachments, as well as universities.

    Nature and Goals of the Program

    The program provides students with the necessary knowledge about the concepts, theories, and fundamental principles associated with radiation therapy. Students will be able to effectively use modern technology and apply acquired theoretical knowledge to conduct radiation therapy examinations on patients accurately and safely. They will demonstrate critical, innovative, and creative thinking abilities, adapting to diverse environments through self-learning and participation in learning situations that encourage the development of professional competencies related to radiation therapy. They will also have leadership skills necessary for utilizing their intellectual capacities fully in various settings related to the practice of radiation therapy, being a good listener and clear communicator in healthcare and community service contexts. Additionally, they will adhere to professional performance standards and the code of ethics for the radiation therapy profession, taking responsibility for raising awareness in the community about the benefits and risks of radiation used in therapeutic procedures.

    1-To provide the graduate with the knowledge and skills needed within the field of radiation therapy.
    2-To enhance the graduate’s professional characteristics, communication and leadership skills needed within the field of radiation therapy.
    3-To enable the graduate to contribute effectively in promoting health and radiation safety in the society.
    4-To provide the graduate with the research skills needed to conduct research to develop the field of radiation therapy.

    Knowledge and Understanding:
    K1-Recognize the basic theoretical and clinical sciences within the scope of the Radiation Therapy and research.
    K2-Determine the roles and responsibilities of Radiation Therapy specialist in different health care settings.
    Skills:
    S1-Apply didactic and clinical information using patient case studies.
    S2-Demonstrate the ability to recognize and resolve inconsistencies in patient set-ups and treatment procedures.
    Values:
    V1-Assess leadership, ethical and professional behavior in various healthcare settings.

    1-Knowledgeable of the basic concepts, theories and principles associated with the field of Radiation Therapy Technology.
    2-Capable to use recent technology effectively as well as use the attained theoretical knowledge to perform Radiation Therapy simulation and treatment in an accurate, safe and timely manner in different contexts.
    3-Innovative and creative in solving problems related to different challenges of radiation therapy.
    4-Adaptable to different environments through self-learning and through participation in learning situations that encourage development of competencies and professional characteristics related to the Radiation Therapy Profession.
    5-Capable of displaying leadership required for the full use of their intellectual abilities in different environments.
    6-Good listener and a clear communicator when working in health care and when contributing to community service
    7-Capable of complying with “Standards of Professional Performance” and the “Code of Ethics for the Profession of Radiation Therapy Specialist”.
    8-Responsible in raising awareness of the importance of raising awareness in the community about the benefits and harms of radiation used in Radiation Therapy procedures.

    Study Plan

    Course Code Course Title Credit
    Ethics and Islamic Values 2
    Islamic Banking and Economics 2
    Community Building in Islam 2
    English Language (1) 3
    English Language (2) 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit
    Communication Skills 2
    Creative Writing 2
    Writing Academic Reports 2
    Emotional Intelligence Course 2
    Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
    Principles of Projects Management 2
    Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
    Principles of E-Commerce 2
    Financial Literacy 2
    Leadership and Change Management 2
    Health Awareness 2
    Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
    Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
    Fitness and Sport Science 2
    Sustainable Development 2
    Global Citizenship 2
    Lifelong Learning Skills 2
    Sustainable Ecosystems 2
    History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
    Good Citizenship Values 2
    Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
    Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
    Basics of Programming 2
    Data Analysis and Management 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit

    Course Code Course Title Credit

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    General Chemistry for Health Specialties 3
    Academic English for Health Specialties (1) 3
    Medical Terminology 2
    Statistics for Health Specialties 3
    Health Profession Skills 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Introduction to Health Professions and Ethics 2
    Human Biology for Health Specialties 3
    Fundamentals of Scientific Research 3
    Academic English for Health Specialties (2) 3 ENG131OR HFSE104
    General Physics for Health Specialties 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Communication Skills for Health Care Professionals 3
    Human Anatomy and Physiology 4
    Emergency Life Support Techniques 3
    Introduction to Radiation Physics 3
    Introduction to Radiological Modalities 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Radiation Biology 2 ( HRS111OR MBS241OR PHS201OR MBS120OR PHS233OR MBS141MOR HPT216OR OCC224OR HRS113OR HRS112OR DHS213 )AND ( RAD200OR RAD211 )
    Computed Tomography 3 ( RAD200OR RAD211 )AND ( RAD201OR RAD212 )
    Pathology for Radiology 2 HRS111OR PHS201OR MBS141MOR PHS233OR HRS113OR HPT216OR OCC224OR DHS213OR HRS112OR MBS202OR MBS120
    Radiation Therapy (1) 3 ( RAD200OR RAD211 )AND ( HRS111OR HRS112OR HRS113OR PHS233OR MBS120OR MBS241OR DHS213OR HPT216OR OCC224OR OCC202 )
    Physics of Radiation Therapy (1) 3 RAD200OR RAD211
    Human Anatomy for Radiology 3 HRS111OR HRS113OR PHS201OR MBS120OR PHS233OR MBS202OR MBS141MOR MBS241OR HPT216OR OCC224OR DHS213OR HRS112

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Cross‐Sectional Anatomy for Medical Imaging (1) 3 RAD205OR HRS113AND ( RAD203OR RAD222 )AND ( RAD202OR RAD221 )
    Treatment Planning (1) 3 RRT220AND RRT200
    Physics of Radiation Therapy (2) 3 RRT220
    Radiation Therapy (2) 3 RRT200
    Clinical Oncology (1) 3 ( RAD204OR HPT223OR MBS251OR MBS213OR MBS222OR MBS251MOR MBS352OR RAD223 )AND RRT200

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Biostatistics 3
    Cross‐Sectional Anatomy for Medical Imaging 2 3 RRT303
    Clinical Oncology (2) 3 RRT302
    Treatment Planning (2) 3 RRT311
    Radiation Dose Calculations 3 ( RRT220OR RRT221 )AND ( RRT312OR RRT321 )

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Advanced Treatment Planning 3 RRT310
    Clinical Practicum (1) 3 RRT305AND RRT302
    Instrumentation and Quality Control 3 RRT200AND RRT321
    Dosimetric Quality Assurance 3 RRT324
    Radiation Protection 3 RRT321
    Research Method and Project (1) 2 HRS116OR DHS214OR MPH211OR MPH211MOR MaSc265OR MaSc264

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Professionalism and Ethics in Health Care Practices 2
    Imaging Technology CT/MRI 3 RRT440
    Brachytherapy for Medical Dosimetrists 3 RRT324AND RRT441
    Care of Oncology Patients 3 RRT302AND RRT305
    Clinical Practicum (2) 3 RRT430
    Research Method and Project (2) 2 RRT480

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Internship 0