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

At the University of Newcastle, we prepare diagnostic radiography students for a dynamic career using advanced imaging technology. Develop essential clinical reasoning and patient management skills and learn how create medical images to diagnose and manage patient health, combining sophisticated technology and medical expertise to save and improve lives.

Students who study the University of Newcastle's Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Diagnostic Radiography) will develop a strong foundation in physical, biomedical and behavioural sciences. You will:

• Build essential clinical reasoning and patient management skills using our latest radiography technologies and facilities, including 2D, 3D and 4D imaging technology.
• Gain professional diagnostic radiography skills through case-based training, integrating learning into real situations and interactive team work activities.
• Develop critical research skills that will set you in good stead for life-long learning in the field of diagnostic radiography.

You will be able to enrol in a range of courses including:

• Anatomy and physiology
• Clinical education
• Patient care
• Psychology
• Clinical methods
• Medical imaging instrumentation
• Physics
• Radiation protection
• Research

All University of Newcastle medical radiation science students graduate with Honours, giving you a distinct advantage when seeking employment. As part of the Honours component you can choose from two study pathways.

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