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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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.
“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
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.
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (International 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 entry requirements
Level D
| IELTS (Academic): 7.0 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 7.0, Reading 7.0, Writing 7.0 and Speaking 7.0 | or | Pearson Test of English (Academic): 65 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 65, Reading 65, Speaking 65 and Writing 65 | or | TOEFL iBT:
0 - 120 scale: 1 - 6 scale: | or |
Courses that require English Level A only: Other approved English tests (minimum entry scores apply) Courses with English Level B, C, D, E and F: Other approved English tests (higher entry scores apply than specified) |
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
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
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.
International fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$60,900
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.
International course guides
If you are an international student and wish to find out more about our courses, entry requirements, studying at Monash and more, please download our international course guides below.
International Study Grants
