Bachelor of Radiation Therapy with Honours (BRT(Hons))
Course details
About the course
A Bachelor of Radiation Therapy with Honours (BRT(Hons)) programme is available to Radiation Therapy students who have completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Radiation Therapy (BRT) degree.
Information for new applicants
The Bachelor of Radiation Therapy (Honours) is a one year full time or two year part time post graduate research degree worth 120 points. The honours degree consists of a 30 point research methods paper HASC 417 and a 90 point thesis, based on original research (RADT4F/P)
HASC 417 is delivered over a full year by distance and introduces the student to a variety of health science research methodologies.
RADT4 is the original research component of the degree and can be done full time in one year or part time over two years. Honours research projects are supervised by an academic supervisor and a clinical supervisor.
Prerequisites. Students will have successfully completed the Bachelor of Radiation Therapy (BRT) (previously the Bachelor of Health Sciences (endorsed in Medical Radiation Therapy) normally with a B+ average for graded papers. For those with alternate or overseas qualifications these may be considered on a case by case basis.
To apply for this programme, BRT graduates should log in to their eVision portal, go to Programmes and papers and choose Apply for another programme. If you have forgotten your eVision login details, this AskOtago Service Portal page provides information on what to do.
About the provider
The University of Otago, New Zealand’s first university, was founded in 1869 and offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with a strong emphasis on research and academic excellence. Ranked in the top 1% of universities globally and 2nd in New Zealand, it is also 214th worldwide according to QS rankings. Recognised as the top university in New Zealand for student academic performance by the Tertiary Education Commission, 96% of its graduates either enter the workforce or pursue further study shortly after graduation.
Located in Dunedin, a vibrant student city where students make up 20% of the population, the University benefits from a unique atmosphere. Dunedin, on the south-eastern coast of New Zealand’s South Island, is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes, featuring Victorian and Edwardian architecture, picturesque hills, and wildlife reserves.
The University’s campus is ranked the 5th most beautiful in the world by THE Student Voice, enhancing the educational experience. The Otago region offers diverse scenery and is close to popular destinations such as Queenstown. New Zealand is rated the 1st most beautiful country by Rough Guides 2024, is renowned for its natural beauty, Māori heritage, and multicultural society, providing a friendly, inclusive environment for students and residents.