Radiography (Computed Tomography and Medical Magnetic Resonance)  MSc / Postgrad Diploma / Postgrad Certificate

Overview

This course has a flexible modular approach focusing on the clinical specialties of Computed Tomography and Medical Magnetic Resonance.

The course will provide students with the skills and knowledge to apply critical appraisal to day-to-day practice and promote reflective and evidence-based practice. This course is accredited by the College of Radiographers.

Who is the course for?

The course is for qualified practising radiographers with a minimum of one year's experience in the clinical speciality of either Computed Tomography or Medical Magnetic Resonance. Students need to be practising for a minimum of three days per week (or equivalent) during the course.

Why study Radiography at City?

  • Study on a flexible and modular course
  • Benefit from a course accredited by the College of Radiographers
  • Widen your employment opportunities in the UK and overseas
  • Learn from expert staff
  • Focus your study in the clinical specialties of Computed Tomography or Medical Magnetic Resonance

Entry Requirements:

Entry requirements:

  • Honours degree in Radiography or other relevant health related subject from a UK university or Diploma from the College of Radiographers
  • International qualifications in Radiography may be acceptable if students are able to gain registration with the Health Professions Council
  • Applicants should have a minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in Computed Tomography or Magnetic Resonance Imaging before starting the course and should continue in clinical practice for a minimum of three days per week (or equivalent) while on the course.
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Course Fees:

  • Part-time EU: £3,000 (PG Cert), GBP 3,500 for year 1; year 2 fee will be half of 2014/15 FT fees (PG Dip). For students registering for the MSc payments are GBP 3,750 for the first year; the second payment in year 2 will be half of 2014/15 FT fees.
  • Part-time Non EU: £6,000 (PG Cert), GBP 7,000 for year 1; year 2 fee will be half of 2014/15 FT fees (PG Dip). For students registering for the MSc payments are GBP 7,500 for the first year; the second payment in year 2 will be half of 2014/15 FT fees.

Start Date:

September 2013 or January 2014

How to Apply

Entry Requirements

  • Honours degree in Radiography or other relevant health related subject from a UK university or Diploma from the College of Radiographers
  • International qualifications in Radiography may be acceptable if students are able to gain registration with the Health Professions Council
  • Applicants should have a minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in Computed Tomography or Magnetic Resonance Imaging before starting the course and should continue in clinical practice for a minimum of three days per week (or equivalent) while on the course.

Preparatory programme

All students will need to attend a preparatory programme prior to commencing the postgraduate programme. Some students may be able to apply for credit exemptions via accreditation of prior learning (APL) from specific modules. Further information is available on request.

The preparatory programme is designed for all applicants starting any postgraduate programme offered by the Department of Radiography.

For further information please contact us.

English Requirements

For those students whose first language is not English, one of the following qualifications is also required:

  • IELTS: 7.0
  • TOEFL (internet-based): 100

Visa Requirements

City University London retains Highly Trusted Status from UKBA, enabling us to sponsor international students to study in the UK.

The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course at City, there are different rules for:

  • Students on courses of more than 6 months
  • Students on courses of less than 6 months
  • Students on a pre-sessional English Language course

For more information see our main Visa page.

When and Where

Start Date:
September 2013 or January 2014
Duration:
Part time: MSc three years; Postgraduate Diploma – two years; Postgraduate Certificate one year. The course is flexible with block release and distance learning options dependent on the modules taken. There is a maximum registration period of five years to achieve the full qualification.

Course Content

Computed Tomography and Medical Magnetic Resonance

Both courses enable students to apply scientific, research, professional and technical knowledge to your role within Computed Tomography or Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Students will be able to build on the knowledge and clinical experience gained from professional work, allowing students to enhance their professional development and make a greater contribution to the investigatory healthcare process or treatment pathway.


                        

Course Structure

Computed Tomography

Postgraduate Certificate - 60 Credits

Postgraduate Diploma - 120 Credits

Certificate above plus:

Compulsory

Students can select from the following module pool to achieve additional
credits for the diploma:

Optional

*Distance learning modules

MSc - 180 Credits

Diploma above plus:

  • Dissertation (60 credits) 

Core modules dates for Computed Tomography:

RDM019 Clinical Applications of Computed Tomography

  • 30th September 2013
  • 1st October 2013
  • 2nd October 2013
  • 14th October 2013
  • 15th October 2013
  • 16th October 2013

RCM123 Science and Instrumentation of Computed Tomography

  • 27th January 2014
  • 28th January 2014 
  • 29 January 2014 
  • 10th February 2014 
  • 11th February 2014 
  • 12th February 2014

Medical Magnetic Resonance

Postgraduate Certificate - 60 Credits

Postgraduate Diploma - 120 Credits

Certificate above plus:

Compulsory

Students can select from the following module pool to achieve additional
credits for the diploma:

Optional

*Distance learning modules

MSc - 180 Credits

Diploma above plus:

  • Dissertation (60 credits)

Core modules dates for Medical Magnetic Resonance:

RCM124 Physics and Instrumentation of Medical Magnetic Resonance

  • 30th September 2013
  • 1st October 2013
  • 2nd October 2013
  • 14th October 2013
  • 15th October 2013
  • 16th October 2013

RDM017 Clinical Applications of Medical Magnetic Resonance

  • 27th January 2014
  • 28th January 2014 
  • 29 January 2014 
  • 10th February 2014 
  • 11th February 2014 
  • 12th February 2014

Teaching and Assessment

A range of teaching and learning methods are used including formal lectures, seminars, tutorials, demonstrations/workshops, clinical practice, work based learning and self-directed study. 

Assessment methods include examinations, essays, oral and poster presentation, case studies, e-learning tasks, clinical assessments and clinical portfolios.

Read the full programme specification.

Fees

  • Part-time EU: £3,000 (PG Cert), GBP 3,500 for year 1; year 2 fee will be half of 2014/15 FT fees (PG Dip). For students registering for the MSc payments are GBP 3,750 for the first year; the second payment in year 2 will be half of 2014/15 FT fees.
  • Part-time Non EU: £6,000 (PG Cert), GBP 7,000 for year 1; year 2 fee will be half of 2014/15 FT fees (PG Dip). For students registering for the MSc payments are GBP 7,500 for the first year; the second payment in year 2 will be half of 2014/15 FT fees.

Fees include the academic programme fees, registration fees and examination fees. They are subject to annual review and are available on request. All international students and those home students who are not working in the clinical speciality associated with their chosen programme are required to arrange and pay for the placement in addition to the programme fee. The University is unable to arrange clinical placements for any of the postgraduate programmes.

If you are a self financing student you will be asked to pay a £1000 deposit on acceptance of your unconditional offer.

Funding

For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Undergraduate Fees and Finance or Postgraduate Fees and Finance.

Funding may be available via your employer either directly or through your Trust's educational contract with City University London. Please check with your employer.

Placements

The work placement must be equivalent to at least three days a week and continue for the duration of the course.


Career Prospects

The course equips students with the ability to undertake service evaluation and research in Computed Tomography or Medical Magnetic Resonance underpinned by clear strategy and innovation. Students are able to contribute to the practice and advancement of best clinical practice. The course is accredited by the College of Radiographers and will widen employment opportunities in the UK and overseas.

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