Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Diagnostic Radiography)

Use advanced imaging technology to improve lives

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.

You’ll graduate with the confidence and competence to undertake professional practice as a diagnostic radiographer.

Practice on campus in our world-class, health sciences precinct and through clinical placement opportunities.

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.

Course overview

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

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.

The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.

For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:

• Domestic Applicants
• International Applicants

Overall minimum: 7

Sub test minimum: 7

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:

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