UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging)
University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia
About this program
The University of Canberra's Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging) is an accelerated 3.5-year degree in diagnostic radiography, six months shorter than the standard four-year qualification elsewhere. It is accredited through the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia, so graduates can apply for registration as a diagnostic radiographer and for membership of the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy.
Clinical training is four five-week placement blocks and two 13-week residencies across metropolitan, regional and rural hospitals and private practice, after simulation practice on campus. Entry is a selection rank of about 85 with assumed knowledge in biology, physics and mathematics, IELTS 7.0 in every band, and police, immunisation and first aid clearances. It suits school leavers who want the quickest accredited route into radiography.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 10 parts
Year 1, Semester 1
4 units- 11725Contextual Physics with Mathematics
- 11400Professional Orientation (Health)
- 9808Regional Anatomy and Physiology
- 11399Understanding People and Behaviour
Year 1, Semester 2
4 units- 11723Data Analysis Skills for Science
- 9848Introduction to Medical Radiation Science
- 11398Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences
- 6529Systemic Anatomy and Physiology
Year 2, Semester 1
4 units- 10014Imaging Anatomy
- 11977MRS Practicum 1
- 10026Physical Principles of MRS
- 10028Radiographic Imaging 1
Year 2, Winter Term
2 units- 11852Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People's Health Contexts
- 10016Informatics and Image Processing
Year 2, Semester 2
4 units- 10015Imaging Pathology
- 11978MRS Practicum 2
- 10027Radiation Biology and Dosimetry
- 10029Radiographic Imaging 2
Year 3, Practice 1
1 units- 11817MRS Practicum 3
Year 3, Semester 1
4 units- 10013Computed Tomography
- 11814Radiographic Imaging Interpretation 1
- 11475Research in Medical Radiation Science
- 11815Specialised Planar Radiographic Imaging
Year 3, Winter Term
1 units- 11816MRI and Ultrasound
Year 3, Semester 2
2 units- 11818MRS Residency 1 (6cp)
- 11819Radiographic Imaging Interpretation 2
Year 4, Semester 1
2 units- 10024MRS Residency 2 (9cp)
- 10032Radiographic Imaging Capstone
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Admissions
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: . - Year 12 ATAR . - other Australian Qualification . - work experience . - overseas qualification . We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry . Admission to this course is competitive. Applications will be assessed on the basis of academic merit and the number of available places. Domestic applications will open on the 1st September. First offer round applications must be received by 30th November with offers being released mid-December. Applications remain open while vacancies exist for ongoing consideration of offers. Applications from international students are accepted on an ongoing basis while vacancies exist. Please refer to the key dates ( https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/apply-to-uc/key-dates) for further information.
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