Radiation Therapy, BS

Degree Requirements - 126 credits

Students can earn a Bachelor of Science degree with this major

Radiation Therapy Major Requirements: 22 courses and corresponding laboratories, 89 credits

Core Requirements (17 courses and corresponding laboratories where applicable, 69 credits)

BIO-111	Introduction to the Cell	3
BIO-L111	Introduction to the Cell Laboratory	1
BIO-203	Anatomy and Physiology I	3
BIO-L203	Anatomy & Physiology Lab I	1
BIO-204	Anatomy and Physiology II	3
BIO-L204	Anatomy & Physiology Lab II	1
RAD-206	Introduction to Radiation Oncology	4
RAD-315	Radiation Physics I	3
RAD-L315	Radiation Physics I Lab	1
RAD-318	Radiation Physics II	2
RAD-321	Clinical Radiation I	4
RAD-323	Clinical Radiation II	4
RAD-341	Radiation Therapy Rotation I	3
RAD-342	Radiation Therapy Rotation II	4
RAD-343	Radiation Therapy Rotation III	6
RAD-344	Radiation Therapy Rotation IV	6
RAD-415	Dosimetry I	3
RAD-L415	Dosimetry I Lab	1
RAD-416	Radiation Biology	4
RAD-422	Radiology	4
RAD-428	Pathophysiology	4
RAD-475	Senior Seminar for Radiation Therapy	4

Cancer Care Requirement (1 course, 4 credits)

Choose one of the following:

SCI-108	Introduction to Cancer Care	4
SCI-109	SL-Introduction to Community Cancer Care	4

Physics Requirement (2 courses and corresponding laboratories, 8 credits)

Choose one of the following 2-course sequences with corresponding laboratories:

PHYS-111	College Physics I	3
PHYS-L111	College Physics Lab I	1
PHYS-112	College Physics II	3
PHYS-L112	College Physics Lab II	1
-	Or
PHYS-151	University Physics I	3
PHYS-L151	University Physics Lab I	1
PHYS-152	University Physics II	3
PHYS-L152	University Physics Lab II	1

Mathematics Requirement (1 course, 4 credits)

Choose one of the following:

MATH-134	Calculus for Management & Social Sciences	4
MATH-165	Calculus I	4

Biostatistics Requirement (1 course, 4 credits)

Choose one of the following:

BIO-273	Biostatistics	4
PSYCH-215	Behavioral Statistics	4
STATS-250	Applied Statistics	4

Notes:

Students must apply to this selective program in their sophomore year.
If planning to apply to the Medical Dosimetry graduate program during senior year or after graduation, students must take MATH-165.

Required Clinical Hours

14 hours per week; Junior Year

24 hours per week; Senior Year

Note: The department reserves the right to refer students to the Academic Standing Committee with the possible outcome of withdrawal of a student from the Radiation Therapy major if, in its estimation, the probability of the student’s success is doubtful. Factors such as academic performance, interest, effort, professionalism, compliance, attendance, and suitability for the field will be considered. Issues or concerns correlated with any one of these factors could result in withdrawal of the student from the program. Students who defer entry into the program, for any reason, will forfeit their space in the program and will be required to reapply for the following year. A student may be dismissed from the Radiation Therapy major if they fail to maintain the minimum GPA of 3.0 or if they achieve a final grade lower than "B" in any of the Radiation Therapy (RAD) major courses listed above.

If admitted into the Radiation Therapy major, part-time and full-time students must complete clinical requirements within three years of being admitted. Radiation Therapy graduates may seek employment immediately following graduation and will also be eligible to apply for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiation Therapy Certification Exam.

Residency Requirement Policy: In the College of Arts and Sciences, a two-course (8 credit) residency requirement must be satisfied for completion of a minor and a four-course (16 credit) residency requirement must be satisfied for the completion of a major.

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Radiation Therapy Major Learning Goals and Objectives

Learning goals and objectives reflect the educational outcomes achieved by students through the completion of this program. These transferable skills prepare Suffolk students for success in the workplace, in graduate school, and in their local and global communities.

Learning Goals	Learning Objectives
Students will...	Students will be able to...
Know critical thinking and problem-solving skills	- Ask relevant questions - Apply theories to clinical situations
Know principles that demonstrate clinical competence	- Use/maneuver equipment in a safe manner - Apply proper techniques and procedures - Utilize proper body mechanics and universal precautions
Understand how to communicate in a clinical setting	- Explain procedures to patients accurately - Utilize information acquired to problem solve - Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
Understand the importance of professionalism, growth, and development	- Demonstrate professional behavior - Become a member of a professional organization such as American Society of Radiologic Technologists - Exhibit personal growth by continuously demonstrating interest to learn

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Honors

To complete requirements for honors in the major, a candidate must:

Graduate with a major GPA of 3.5 or higher
Graduate with an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher
Complete RAD-H503

Note: a student must meet with the program director in advance to receive pre-approval for a research project
Complete a research project and paper in RAD-H503
CAS Honors Program students only: Present work from the senior honors experience at the Honors Symposium or Pecha Kucha event

To become a candidate for honors in the major, a student must:

Have a major GPA of 3.5 or higher
Have an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher
Apply to the program directly by email no later than May 15^th of junior year

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