Medical Ultrasound MSc/PGDip/PGCert (2023/24)

Awards

You can select to apply for one of the three available exit points for this course.

Modules

You will be able to select from a number of clinical options including obstetrics, gynaecology and / or abdominal ultrasound.

Additional clinical areas can be studied via work-based learning modules, if appropriate clinical support is available within the students' clinical department.

The course is also designed to develop transferable skills to support clinical practice development.

MSc Modules

Students undertake the compulsory modules RDM033 (ultrasound physics) and RCM022 (Developing Professional Skills in Ultrasound).

Those progressing to MSc must take either a 15 or 30 credit research methods module.

Students take clinical modules to the value of 75 credits (60 if the 30 credit research methods module is chosen) and a 60 credit dissertation module.

PGDip Modules

Students undertake the compulsory modules RDM033 (ultrasound physics) and RCM022 (Developing Professional Skills in Ultrasound) and clinical modules to the value of 90 M level credits.

Example module choices for a typical PGDip: 30 credit Obstetric module, 15 credit Gynaecology module, 30 credit Abdominal module and 15 credit Work Based Learning module.

PGCert Modules

Students undertake the compulsory modules RDM033 (ultrasound physics) and RCM022 (Developing Professional Skills in Ultrasound) and clinical modules to the value of 30 M level credits.

Example module choices for a typical PGCert: 15 credit Gynaecology module, 15 credit Early Pregnancy Work Based Learning module

30 credit Abdominal or Obstetric module.

PGCert + 15 credits Modules

Students undertake the compulsory modules RDM033 (ultrasound physics) and RCM022 (Developing Professional Skills in Ultrasound) and clinical modules to the value of 45 M level credits.

Example module choices for a typical PGCert = 15: 15 credit Gynaecology module,30 credit Abdominal or Obstetric module.

Some modules on this course are also available as Continuing Professional Development (CPD) short courses. Where this is available, links are provided within the module descriptions below.

Programme specification

The programme specification contains more information on how the course is organised, the requirements for progression for each part and credits required for awards.

Download course specification:

• PSMULT-MSc-Medical-Ultrasound.pdf

Your teaching will be delivered by the programme team, all of whom are experienced sonographers who have specialised in university teaching, and by expert guest speakers from a range of clinical disciplines.

Our university facilities include a clinical skills suite equipped with an ultrasound machine and simulator.

Teaching takes place over one or two days a week, depending on the modules you select.

The programme is Master’s level. It is intellectually challenging and applicants must be prepared to take responsibility for their own learning. Teaching is delivered through a combination of distance online and in person tutorials. A good internet connection and sound basic IT skills including use of Microsoft Word, and Power Point is a requirement.

You will learn though a combination of small group seminars, whole group plenary sessions, online activities and case based learning designed to reinforce the link between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice.

Placement

The university does not arrange or provide clinical placements for medical ultrasound training. Prior to applying for a place on the programme you will need to obtain a clinical placement in an ultrasound department meeting the requirements of the programme.

The department must be able to provide an average of three days clinical time per week and a named clinical supervisor. The supervisor must attend City, University of London Clinical Supervisor training at least every three years.

If the department has not sent students to us in the last five years we will need to arrange a meeting with the departmental manager and clinical supervisor.

Sonographer training posts may be advertised on NHS Jobs.

Fees for academic year 2023/24

This course is not suitable for students who are not eligible to work in the UK.

Funding

Explore up-to-date information about funding options, available financial support and typical living costs.

School of Health & Psychological Sciences Funding Options

The School of Health & Psychological Sciences (SHPS) is committed to providing financial support to students who show academic and/or clinical excellence. Find out about the funding options available to SHPS Postgraduate Taught applicants.

Loans

If you have already received a student loan for a previous undergraduate course, you are eligible to apply for a second undergraduate loan for this course.

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Additional expenses

Some of our degrees may involve additional expenses which are not covered by your tuition fees. Find out more about additional expenses.

Successful completion of your chosen qualification will equip you with specialist knowledge, as well as demonstrating your commitment to your profession.

You will be ideally placed to consider progression to a range of specialist, leadership, or educational roles.