Welcome to the Bachelor of Science Honours in Radiotherapy degree program at the Department of Radiography and Radiotherapy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences (FAHS), General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Sri Lanka. This program was implemented in 2017 and presented as 4 year full time degree course.
Advances in radiotherapy techniques have significantly contributed to the development of modern healthcare, enhancing the ability to treat cancer more precisely while minimizing damage to healthy tissues. The field of Radiotherapy plays a crucial role in this progress by utilizing advanced treatment planning and delivery systems to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes. In parallel, the demand for skilled radiotherapists is growing, as they are essential in operating radiation therapy equipment, implementing treatment plans, and ensuring patient safety and care throughout the treatment process.
The Radiotherapy degree programme is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of radiation therapy techniques, radiation physics, patient care, and the ethical and legal aspects of radiotherapy. The programme aims to develop professional radiotherapists with a high level of skill and knowledge, enhancing the quality of cancer treatment services in the healthcare sector. By fostering academic excellence, the programme seeks to produce radiotherapy graduates who are intellectually and professionally competent, meeting the needs of both the national and international oncology communities. With growing opportunities in hospitals, cancer treatment centers, and research institutions, qualified radiotherapy professionals are in high demand worldwide, ensuring a fulfilling and dynamic career path.
Under such circumstances General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University decided to start BSc Hons (Radiotherapy) degree in order to address the national requirement and the course is being functioning smoothly at this moment with four batches of undergraduate students.
