Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging)
Charles Sturt University
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Medical radiation science is a diverse, challenging and progressive field that combines science, health and anatomy/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.
Taught by industry-based professionals, this degree has a high success rate in industry employment. You can also choose to a Major in one of three areas: nuclear medicine and molecular imaging, diagnostic radiography, or radiation therapy. You’ll enrol directly into your specialisation, but build a strong foundation of core knowledge in your first year.
A career in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging is a fascinating intersection of radiation physics, radiopharmaceutical sciences, radiochemistry, human biology, pathophysiology, biomedical engineering, computer science, data analytics (radiomics and artificial intelligence), communication and patient care; high tech life-saving and life-changing healthcare. Further study and training will prepare you for a career in ultrasound or MRI.
Areas of study
Diagnostic radiography, dosimetry, medical imaging, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, radiographic anatomy/pathology, radiopharmacy.
Career opportunities
When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including nuclear medicine technologist
Professional recognition
This course is professionally accredited by Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA).
Please refer to the Charles Sturt Professional Accreditation resource for specific information and a link to the accreditation body.
Practical experience
50 weeks of practical experience in clinical departments in country and metropolitan areas, including a fourth-year residency.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Visit the Charles Sturt University website for current fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Physics, Mathematics Advanced.
Other applicants
Charles Sturt University's Study Link program offers mathematics, introductory physics and introductory bioscience subjects for students.
Refer to the Charles Sturt University general admission criteria.
Further information
View all details of this course on the Charles Sturt University website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
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- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
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Contact us
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Study Link
Study Link is Charles Sturt University’s Preparation for University Study program, offering a suite of over 20 short, self-paced subjects that have been designed to help build academic skills, fill knowledge gaps and give you practical experience and confidence in studying online. Study Link subjects help your transition to university study, with dedicated subject coordinators available to help you along the way.
Study Link subjects are non-credit bearing and free for most Australian residents. For more information, visit Study Link on the Charles Sturt University website.