This module will describe the cellular and molecular basis of the response of cells, tissues and tumours to ionizing radiation. The biological basis of radiation damage and repair will be addressed and how this effects cellular processes such as cell survival. It will address the principles underlying the application of radiotherapy to the treatment of cancer and how radiotherapy interacts with other treatments such as chemotherapy. The course is modeled on the syllabus of the FRCR part 1 examinations and will therefore provide suitable preparation for this professional examination.
Credits
10 credits
Module Attendance Required
One week's (5 days) attendance required.
Module Dates
2011/2012 dates
6-10 February 2012
Assessment
During the 7 weeks following the module students will be expected to complete a series of data analysis and interpretation questions.
Academics involved in the delivery of this module
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Ms Andrea Stevens, Chair of the Higher Specialist Training Committee for Clinical Oncology, Oncology Consultant, University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
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Dr Andrew Hartley
Stand Alone Course
This module can be taken as a stand alone course if required. To apply, please contact Louise Batchelor, Programme Administrator, 0121 414 7672, clinicaloncology@contacts.bham.ac.uk.
Fee if taken as a stand alone course
For further information on fees please contact the Programme Administrator
Entry requirements if taken as a stand alone course
6 months oncology experience and holding a degree, preferably a 2.1 or equivalent qualifications in an appropriate medical/scientific subject.