Trinity College Dublin - TCD
Trinity College Dublin - TCD
Course Code
Zone
Attendance
Part time

Course Summary

The Treatment Planning strand is aimed at Radiation Therapy professionals that are seeking to expand their career into advanced techniques, treatment planning or/and research; wish to work in an advanced role in their department in treatment planning; or wish to update their knowledge on current evidence- based practice.

College Link

Trinity College Dublin - TCD
College Link > - Advanced Radiation Therapy Practice - Treatment Planning

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Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

Entry Requirements

Admission Requirements
Applications will be accepted from those who:
- Hold an honours primary degree in Radiation Therapy, Medical Physics, Medicine or a related discipline; or otherwise satisfy the selection panel that they have the ability to complete and benefit from the course.

- Evidence of relevant professional experience.

- Have access to radiation therapy planning software for the duration of the course.

- Have a fluent command of the English language. Students whose first language is not English must meet the University's English language requirements.

Application Details

Closing Date: 31st July 2026

Next Intake: September 2026

The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.


Social

The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.

Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.


Career Progression

Career Opportunities
Graduates of the course are able to expand their career into advanced techniques, treatment planning or/and research, as well as work in an advanced role in their department.

Duration

1 year part-time, online.
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