University of Canberra
Master of Medical Imaging
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 2.5 Years
Prepare for diagnostic radiography practice through advanced study in medical imaging, image interpretation and radiation science, supported by extensive clinical placements and research.
Course overview
The University of Canberra’s Master of Medical Imaging provides an accelerated pathway into diagnostic radiography for graduates from other disciplines. You’ll develop the scientific, technical and professional knowledge required to work with contemporary medical imaging technologies and provide safe, patient-centred care.
Explore radiographic imaging, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound alongside anatomy, pathology, radiation biology and dosimetry. You’ll also develop skills in image interpretation, informatics and image processing while learning to optimise image quality and minimise radiation exposure and other potential patient risks.
Work-integrated learning is embedded throughout the course. Clinical experience includes four five-week placement blocks and two 13-week residencies across healthcare settings that can include metropolitan, regional and rural hospitals and private practices. You’ll also build experience with medical imaging equipment in simulated and controlled laboratory environments before placement and complete a medical imaging research project.
The 72-credit-point course is studied on campus at Bruce, Canberra and can be completed in 2 and a half years full-time. This course is an approved program of study for diagnostic radiography, and graduates are qualified to apply for registration as a diagnostic radiographer with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
From $613 (CSP)
What you will study
To earn the Master of Medical Imaging, students must complete 72 credit points. Unless otherwise indicated, each unit is worth three credit points.
Students must pass 63 credit points from the following:
- Computed Tomography
- Imaging Anatomy
- Imaging Pathology
- Informatics and Image Processing
- Medical Imaging Project Design
- MRS Residency 1 (6 credit points)
- Physical Principles of MRS
- Radiation Biology and Dosimetry
- Radiographic Imaging 1
- Radiographic Imaging 2
- Medical Radiation Science Residency 2 (9 credit points)
- Medical Imaging Research Project A (0 credit points)
- Medical Imaging Research Project B (6 credit points)
- MRS Practicum 3
- Specialised Planar Radiographic Imaging
- MRI and Ultrasound
- Radiographic Image Interpretation 1
- Radiographic Image Interpretation 2
Restricted choice – 9 credit points
Part A – 3 credit points
- MRS Practicum 1
Part B – 3 credit points
- MRS Practicum 2
Part C – 3 credit points
- Indigenous Health: Contemporary Issues
Entry requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- A completed bachelor's degree in any discipline with a credit or higher average.
- A minimum of two degree-level units of anatomy and physiology.
Assumed knowledge
Assumed knowledge for entry is introductory psychology, introductory physics and introductory statistics at the bachelor's degree level.
English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible, you must have an overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 7.0, with no band score below 7.0. For alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements for this cours,e please view the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website.
Recognition of Prior Learning
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
For more information, visit the university page.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced knowledge of the sciences, technology and socio-cultural dimensions that underpin the practice of medical imaging.
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the physical principles, radiographic imaging techniques and protocols, radiation safety and clinical information management systems and synthesise this with the requirements of safe professional practice and patient care.
- Synthesise and apply, in an ethical and culturally safe manner, diagnostic radiographic procedures and protocols and radiation dose optimisation for safe professional practice; and implement quality assured work health and safety practices.
- Interpret, justify and communicate complex information and work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team using a whole person-centred approach and reflective practice to deliver high-quality healthcare.
- Systematically analyse and critically appraise information from multiple sources; demonstrate knowledge of research design, methods and analysis, that apply to practice; and use specialised knowledge to design, implement research, and present research outcomes.
Career outcomes
A UC Master of Medical Imaging qualification is a globally recognised and respected degree that will allow graduates to progress competently and confidently into a career in any of the following positions:
- General radiographer
- Mammographer
- Angiographer
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) radiographer
- Computed tomography (CT) radiographer
- Clinical educator
- Clinical researcher
- Research manager
- Vendor application specialist
Fees and CSP
Domestic full-fee paying place in 2027:
- Fee per unit: $5,000
- Fee per annum: $40,000
- Full-course fee: $120,000
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) in 2027:
- Indicative annual student contribution: $9,880
- Price per unit: $613 (Most standard units are $1,235, and higher credit-units cost more.)
- Indicative full-course student contribution: $29,018
A limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places are available for the Master of Medical Imaging. CSPs are allocated based on academic merit.
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Students may also need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
Eligible students in a Commonwealth Supported Place may use HECS-HELP to defer their student contribution.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
