Radiation Therapy - M6004
Professional entry master's degree
The Master of Radiation Therapy is designed for those with a degree in science or a related health discipline wishing to become a registered Radiation Therapist.
You will gain knowledge and understanding of the scientific concepts and principles underpinning medical radiations science practice including optimisation of equipment, quality assurance and the biological consequences of ionising and non-ionising medical radiations.
This is the only distance learning graduate entry radiation therapy program offered in Australia and it may be available if you are interstate and want to study in your home state.
Continuous clinical attachments are a key feature of the course and as such your clinical hours will be greater compared to other entry to practice Radiation Therapy courses. Placements are available to you in large teaching hospitals and private practices to ensure you gain the best opportunities. Placements are also available in rural settings and interstate.
You will be fully supported by our extensive online resources and teaching staff. The course is provided through our research-focused Department of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences, giving you exposure to the most up-to-date practices and knowledge.
This intensive, workplace-based course provides you with a fast-track qualification because you study full-time in three semesters, including a summer semester each year. You will be taught by leading academics with extensive experience in the practice of radiation therapy and science.
The Master of Radiation Therapy is accredited by the Medical Radiation Practice Accreditation Committee (Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (Ahpra). Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to apply for general (full) registration as a radiation therapist from the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (subject to English language requirements).
All students will be registered as student practitioners with the Medical Radiations Practice Board through the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency.
At a glance
Course Details
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Start date |
Second Semester (July) and Summer Intake* (January) *only available to Monash Bachelor of Radiation Science graduates |
Qualification |
Master of Radiation Therapy |
“It’s such a dynamic and informative course that really leads to a rewarding career. You have the opportunity to work within an industry that is always evolving and making an impact in the lives of patients and their families.”
- Rachel, Master of Radiation Therapy graduate
“I chose the Master of Radiation Therapy because it provided a short, two year accelerated program that takes into account previous study and professional experience. The online structure allowed me to manage my own schedule; enabling me to balance paid work, child care and study.” Cate, Master of Radiation Therapy
“Clinical placement provided me the opportunity to work with real patients and alongside qualified radiation therapists, nurses and clinicians. This got me to step outside of my comfort zone, try new things and helped increase my confidence within the clinical setting.” Ashleigh, Master of Radiation Therapy
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in science or health science including study of human anatomy and physiology with an average WAM of 65%.
Applicants must also have passed Year 12 Physics or higher or an equivalent bridging course. Details of equivalent bridging courses in physics and anatomy and physiology can be obtained from the Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences website.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra Requirements
Additional Selection Criteria
Applicants must undertake a Mandatory Clinical Visit to a Radiation Therapy Centre or attend a Master of Radiation Therapy Information Webinar and provide documentary evidence of this visit at the time of submitting their application for the program.
Applicants who do not provide evidence that they have completed this visit, or attended a Master of Radiation Therapy Information Webinar, will not be eligible to be considered for the Master of Radiation Therapy at Monash.
Please visit the Radiation Therapy Website for more information.
Note: There are limited places available in this course. Eligible applicants who meet both the academic and mandatory clinical site visit (or course information webinar attendance) requirements will be ranked for offers based on academic performance, applicant clinical site preferences and specific clinical placement requirements. Admission into the course is highly competitive, and meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee an offer.
Mandatory Compliance
If you are undertaking a course with clinical or fieldwork placements you must demonstrate compliance with the following checks and requirements. For more information refer to the Mandatory Compliance webpage and carefully read the Clinical/Fieldwork Placement Handbook. It is your responsibility to ensure that the correct documentation is obtained prior to commencing clinical/fieldwork placements.
- National Police Check
- Working With Children Check
- A current NDIS Worker Screening check is required to undertake clinical/fieldwork placements in some settings
- Immunisation and vaccination requirements
In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that you comply with the faculty's Mandatory Compliance requirements regarding immunisation and vaccination. These requirements are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in health care settings.
In addition, you will be required to complete at least a Level 1 First Aid course prior to your first clinical placement.
Fitness for practice and professionalism
To complete your course, you are required to demonstrate that you meet fitness for practice expectations.
In addition, you will be required to complete at least a Level 1 First Aid course prior to your first clinical placement. Please note that there are limited places in this course. Admission into the course is competitive and is based on academic merit.
Inherent requirements
To complete your degree, you will need to demonstrate that you have the abilities, knowledge, and skills to achieve specific core learning outcomes, these are called inherent requirements.
Find out more about inherent requirements for this course.
The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.
Making the application
Future students
Note: Please make sure you read the extra requirements before you apply.
This course requires you to complete off-campus clinical placements. This course is not available to international students who are holders of an Australian student visa, for study onshore in Australia. However, holders of some other categories of Australian visas living in Australia may be eligible for this course.
Summer Semester (January)*
Apply directly to Monash using course code M6004
*only available to Monash Bachelor of Radiation Science graduates
Second Semester (July)
Apply directly to Monash using course code M6004
Applications for the Semester 2, 2026 intake close on Friday, 28 February 2026.
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$36,400
Fee information specific to this course
Domestic students in this course may apply for Austudy payments from Centrelink / the Department of Human Services. You can find more information about how to apply for income support, and the relevant form here. Additional eligibility criteria apply.
Fee assistance
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.