Overview
This education programme has been developed by experts who are internationally renowned in the field of proton therapy. The teaching faculty have first-hand experience in setting up and developing proton centres and managing patient treatment pathways.
Delivered across three modules, the programme combines pre-recorded lectures with interactive live Q&A sessions.
Key information
Delivery type
Online (blended — pre-recorded with live interactive Q&A)
Delivery style
Pre-recorded teaching released in staged modules with live Q&A sessions.
Duration
3 modules across approximately 6 to 7 weeks.
- Module 1: September to October 2026.
- Module 2: October 2026.
- Module 3: October to November 2026.
Experience level
All — suitable for those new to proton therapy and those looking to deepen existing knowledge.
Cost
- £750
- £650 — groups of 5 or more
What to expect
- Explain proton physics
- Understand treatment planning and motion management
- Summarise radiobiology and RBE
- Understand commissioning, QA and contingency planning
- Apply knowledge to clinical case studies
- Interpret real-world proton therapy outcomes.
Who is it for?
Clinicians, researchers, physicists, dosimetrists, radiographers and others with an interest in proton therapy.
How to book/learn more
You can book this course on Eventbrite.
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