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Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (with specialisations): Diagnostic Radiography

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Medical radiation science is a diverse field combining science, health, and anatomy. The Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science at Charles Sturt University prepares students for diagnostic radiography careers with theoretical knowledge and professional skills.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
4 - 8 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar
Domestic Fees
$5,748 per year
ATAR
65

About this course

Overview

Medical radiation science is a diverse, challenging and progressive field that combines science, health, and anatomy and physiology. The Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science from Charles Sturt University offers you the theoretical knowledge and professional skills to practise as a qualified medical radiation scientist in diagnostic radiography. Taught by industry-based professionals at Wagga and Port Macquarie campuses, the Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography) has a high success rate in industry employment.

If you want to work for NSW Health after graduating, then you could be eligible for a Tertiary Health Study Subsidy. They help cover university fees, technology and travel expenses or other associated personal costs that pop up as you study. If successful, you could be one of 12,000 students supported with up to $12,000 when you work with NSW Health after graduating.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Selection rank: 65

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  • Completed High School Certificate with the minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
  • Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
  • A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
  • 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
  • A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.

An Academic IELTS of 6.5 with no score below a 6.0 in each of the individual skill areas or a qualification deemed equivalent. Attended and satisfactorily completed either an undergraduate degree or at least four years of any combination of secondary or tertiary education, including at least two years between years 9 to 12, taught and assessed solely in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, UK or USA.

Written evidence of completion of a university degree that was conducted and examined solely in English. Acceptable forms of evidence include transcripts indicating that the language of instruction was English or by the provision of a certified written statement from the academic institution.

Inherent requirements are the academic and other requirements of a course that all students must meet to achieve the course learning outcomes, and the knowledge, abilities, skills and qualities students will need to have in order to achieve them. Please visit our inherent requirements page for more general information about them.

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Intensive school

You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

Career pathways

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:

  • Diagnostic radiographer
  • Management
  • Sales
  • Applications
  • Education and research

Course structure

Course information (256 pts)

The course consists of fourteen core subjects, a major, and a compulsory subject and a placement subject based on the major undertaken.

Essential set (256 pts)Core120 Credit PointsCodeSubjectCredit PointsBMS181Human Anatomy and Physiology 18 credit ptsBMS182Human Anatomy and Physiology 28 credit ptsIKC100Indigenous Australian Health8 credit ptsMRS120Professional Fundamentals8 credit ptsMRS121Introductory Medical Radiation Science8 credit ptsMRS204Sectional Anatomy8 credit ptsMRS215Imaging Pathology 18 credit ptsMRS216Imaging Pathology 28 credit ptsMRS367Radiation Biology, Protection and Dosimetry8 credit ptsMRS413Pharmacology for Medical Radiation Science8 credit ptsMRS432Computed Tomography8 credit ptsMRS433Non-ionising Imaging Techniques8 credit ptsPHY107General Physics8 credit ptsPHY115Physics for Medical Radiation Science8 credit ptsPSY214Health Psychology8 credit ptsMajor64 Credit Points

Select one (1) major from the following:

  • DR0001 Diagnostic Radiography 64 credit pts
  • NM0001 Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging 64 credit pts
  • RT0001 Radiation Therapy 64 credit pts
Compulsory subject8 Credit Points

Student complete a subject based on the major undertaken

Residency Placement 64 Credit Points

Student select one (1) residency placement based on the major undertaken:

  • MRS455 Diagnostic Radiography Residency 64 credit pts
  • MRS454 Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Residency 64 credit pts
  • MRS456 Radiation Therapy Residency 64 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

  • Apply via UAC
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  • Apply directly to Charles Sturt