FYS9730 - Medical radiation physics for radiotherapy
Course content
The course provides an introduction to the physics of ionizing radiation in the treatment of cancer; also the role of radiotherapy in cancer therapy in general and the radiotherapy process is discussed. The physics of radiotherapy comprises an introduction to interaction between radiation and matter and radiation dosimetry, characteristics of the radiation beam and dose distributions, the physics of therapy machines, treatment techniques, treatment planning and dose computation, as well as an introduction to clinical radiation biology. Both the physics of external beam therapy and brachytherapy is covered. The course comprises also a clinical assignment.
Learning outcome
To obtain knowledge about the physics of ionizing radiation in modern cancer treatment, anb to understand the role of physics in the radiotherapy process.
Admission
PhD candidates from the University of Oslo should apply for classes and register for examinations through Studentweb.
If a course has limited intake capacity, priority will be given to PhD candidates who follow an individual education plan where this particular course is included. Some national researchers’ schools may have specific rules for ranking applicants for courses with limited intake capacity.
PhD candidates who have been admitted to another higher education institution must apply for a position as a visiting student within a given deadline.
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Formal prerequisite knowledge
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Recommended previous knowledge
Overlapping courses
10 credits overlap against FYS398.
10 credits with FYS4730 - Medical radiation physics for radiotherapy
Teaching
The course extends over a full semester with 3-4 hours of teaching per week (lectures and colloquia). Compulsory lab work and compulsory essay.
Access to teaching
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Mid term written exam as well as final oral exam. Clinical assignment must be passed. In addition, candidates must hand in an essay which should be connected to the curriculum, but not be a part of this. The candidate should propose a theme for the essay, which then must be approved by one of the lecturers. The essay must be handed in before the 1st of May, and must be graded B or better in order for the candidate to be eligible for the final exam.
Examination support material
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Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about the grading system.
Explanations and appeals
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Resit an examination
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Withdrawal from an examination
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If you have a disability or a health problem that entails significant inconvenience in an examination situation, you may be considered for special examination arrangements. Mothers who are breastfeeding may apply for extra time to complete the exam.
Evaluation
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