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- Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Diagnostic Radiography)
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Diagnostic Radiography)
University of Newcastle
University Drive CALLAGHAN New South Wales 2308
Overview
You'll be prepared for a dynamic career using advanced medical imaging technology. You will develop essential clinical reasoning and patient management skills. Learn how to create medical images to diagnose and manage patient health to save and improve lives.
During your studies you will have access to the latest diagnostic radiography technologies. Some of these include plain x-rays, computed tomography (CT), fluoroscopy, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound, angiography and mammography.
Practice on campus in our world-class, health sciences precinct and through clinical placement opportunities.
You’ll graduate with the confidence and competence to undertake professional practice as a diagnostic radiographer.
Study Option
- Tuition Fees
- Duration206 Weeks
- IntakeFebruary 2025
- Study Typecampus
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Campuses
The University of Newcastle (Callaghan)
New South Wales ( Inc. Sydney )
University Dr, CALLAGHAN, 2308
Course Structure
You'll develop a strong foundation in physical, biomedical and behavioural sciences.
You will be able to enrol in a range of courses including:
- anatomy and physiology
- clinical education
- patient care
- clinical techniques and methods
- medical imaging instrumentation
- physics and radiation protection
2024 Program Handbook
The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.
Career Outcomes
Diagnostic radiographers play an important role in medicine and health care. They contribute significantly to improving community health.
You could work in private or public imaging departments, accident and emergency wards or operating theatres.
Some typical roles include:
- Diagnostic Radiographer
- Chief Radiographer
- Sonographer
- CT Radiographer
- MRI Radiographer
- Mammographer
Academic
Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC).
Entry Requirement
TOEFL paper-based test score of 589; TOEFL internet based score of 94; IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0; PTE GSE score of 65; Cambridge English: Advanced score of 67.
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