Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours)
Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours)
Highlights Pursue a career as a radiographer (also known as a medical imaging technologist) where you will use techniques such as X-ray, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The embedded honours component will provide you with a strong foundation in research and critical thinking which will assist you…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Highlights
- Pursue a career as a radiographer (also known as a medical imaging technologist) where you will use techniques such as X-ray, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
- The embedded honours component will provide you with a strong foundation in research and critical thinking which will assist you as you enter contemporary evidence-based clinical practice.
- During your supervised clinical experience you will spend over fifty weeks in a range of imaging facilities from first year through to fourth year.
- As a graduate of this course you may be employed in a radiology department in a hospital or private radiology practice or health department.
- This course will prepare you for postgraduate studies in medical imaging and related areas.
The Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours) can lead to a career as a radiographer (also known as a medical imaging technologist) where you will use techniques such as X-ray, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), to produce high-quality images which are then used by medical specialists to diagnose, manage and treat an injury or disease.
The honours component of the course will offer you a competitive advantage in the workplace. You will be a critical thinker with a strong foundation in research, and have advanced skills to become a leader in a profession where responsibilities and capabilities are expanding. You will study a series of topics in preparation for a research project which is part of your final year studies, along with advanced imaging and professional practice placements.
Why choose this course?
This course is designed in consultation with clinical staff from industry, taught by registered radiographers with extensive experience, and incorporates hands-on experiences from your first year. Our simulation facilities feature virtual and hands-on equipment to offer you a learning experience that is only available at QUT.
You will build confidence and gain experience in fundamental skills using specialist equipment on campus including digital radiography systems, general X-ray, mobile X-ray, mammography and dental. You will also access the anatomy laboratory and pathology specimen museum, and will develop competency in computer systems and software used in the industry.
Placements in hospitals include shifts in areas such as theatre, emergency and intensive care. These varying environments allow you to experience a range of different cases and work with patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
Real-world learning
You will start supervised clinical experience during first year, with significant time in the third and fourth years. Placements are offered across public and private hospitals, and a range of imaging facilities throughout Queensland and some interstate sites. These varying environments will allow you to experience patients with different case histories and diverse cultural backgrounds.
Careers and outcomes
As a graduate of this course you may be employed in a radiology department in a hospital, private radiology practice or health department. You may also work in medical equipment sales. The course also prepares you for postgraduate studies in medical imaging and related areas.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Study at The University of Queensland. Learn with leading academics in world-class facilities and join the most employable graduates in the state. At UQ you’ll benefit from flexible study options, field trips, lab work, industry placements, research experience, and online study in Brisbane, Australia.
