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There is an increasing demand for highly educated and adaptable medical radiation science professionals in response to Australia's ageing population and organic growth of the industry. Our degree puts you at the cutting edge of the industry, giving you a competitive advantage in the employment market.
Equipment used by medical radiation scientists has become increasingly sophisticated over the past decade and a detailed knowledge of equipment function, operation and computer interfacing is required. With an emphasis on the techniques and equipment used in diagnostic radiography, nuclear medicine and radiation therapy, this degree will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need for a rewarding and fulfilling career. you'll learn across a wide range of subject areas, including general radiography, screening, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound, single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), positron emission tomography (PET), hybrid systems (SPECT/CT, PET/CT, PET/MRI), simulation and planning systems, linear accelerators, and state of the art computer / software systems.
To ensure you're experienced in using the equipment and techniques found in the workplace, our facilities include DR units, a clinical ultrasound machine, Philips PRISM 1000 Gamma camera and multiple Odyssey VP/FX/LX computers, Vita medical technegas ventilation equipment, GE 400AC SPECT Gamma Camera and camstar computer, fully equipped radiopharmacy laboratory and ADAC - Sun Sparc Ultra - 10 interfaced computer system for image analysis, VERTUAL 3D radiation therapy simulation software, and Elekta Monaco planning software for 3D radiation therapy planning.
You'll complement your clinical skills with a range of highly sought-after soft skills, such as communication and collaboration. These skills align with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Achieve your goals by becoming a complete health professional.
Charles Sturt University was the first regional university to offer a degree in Medical Radiation Science.
We are committed to providing opportunities for students in regional and remote communities and training them to work in our regional areas. Help address the rural health worker shortage with a degree in Medical Radiation Science.
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When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:
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.
Online students may need to attend an online or on campus intensive school for certain subjects. Intensive schools offer face-to-face or virtual lectures, tutorials and practicals to give you a deeper understanding of your subject content.
| BMS191 | Human Bioscience 1 | 8 credit pts | ||
| BMS182 | Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 8 credit pts | ||
| IKC100 | Indigenous Australian Health | 8 credit pts | ||
| MRS120 | Professional Fundamentals | 8 credit pts | ||
| MRS121 | Introductory Medical Radiation Science | 8 credit pts | ||
| MRS204 | Sectional Anatomy | 8 credit pts | ||
| MRS213 | Imaging Pathology | 16 credit pts | ||
| MRS367 | Radiation Biology, Protection and Dosimetry | 8 credit pts | ||
| MRS413 | Pharmacology for Medical Radiation Science | 8 credit pts | ||
| MRS432 | Computed Tomography | 8 credit pts | ||
| MRS433 | Non-ionising Imaging Techniques | 8 credit pts | ||
| PHY107 | General Physics | 8 credit pts | ||
| PHY115 | Physics for Medical Radiation Science | 8 credit pts | ||
| PSY214 | Health Psychology | 8 credit pts |
| 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 |
| MRS333 | Digital Systems, Sustainability and the Global Community | 8 credit pts |
| MRS366 | Radiation Therapy Technology | 8 credit pts |
Become a diagnostic radiographer / medical imaging technologist and produce images of the structure of the body to assist medical diagnosis, guide treatment and help with medical decision-making. you'll use a large range of imaging technologies including general X-rays, CT, angiography and mammography in various clinical settings. Further study and training will prepare you for a career in ultrasound or MRI.
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.
In this specialisation you'll use advanced computer software to design treatment for cancer patients. Then you'll engage advanced technologies to implement treatment plans. Branch out and specialise in areas such as tomotherapy and IMRT.
All students complete the core first year subjects.
Year 1 - Session 1 (30)
MRS120 Professional Fundamentals
IKC100 Indigenous Health
PHY107 General Physics***
BMS191 Human Bioscience 1
Year 1 - Session 2 (60)
MRS121 Introductory Medical Radiation Science
PSY214 Health Psychology
PHY115 Physics for Medical Radiation Science***
BMS182 Human Anatomy and Physiology 2
***Students who have previously completed MRS111 Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Safety as part of the microcredential course 4001MC Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Safety can have this subject applied to the course instead of PHY107 and PHY115.
Major
From year 2 all students select a major sequence from the 3 options, Diagnostic Radiography, Nuclear Medicine And Molecular Imaging or Radiation Therapy.
Diagnostic Radiography
Year 2 - Session 1 (30)
MRS367 Radiation Dosimetry, Biology & Protection
Year 2 - Year-long Period 1 (31)
MRS343 Image Critique and Image Interpretation (16)
MRS276 Radiographic Techniques (16)
MRS213 Imaging Pathology (16)
Year 2 - Session 2 (60)
MRS204 Sectional Anatomy
Year 3 - Session 1 (30)
MRS333 Digital Systems, Sustainability and the Global Community
MRS371 Radiographic Techniques 2 (16)
MRS432 Computed Tomography Principles and Practice
Year 3 - Session 2 (60)
MRS375 Radiographic Techniques 3 (16)
MRS413 Pharmacology for Medical Radiation Science
MRS433 Non-ionising Imaging Techniques
Year 4 - Year-long Period 1 (31)
MRS455 Diagnostic Radiography Residency (64)
Nuclear Medicine And Molecular Imaging
Year 2 - Session 1 (30)
MRS330 Nuclear Medicine Instrumentation
MRS367 Radiation Dosimetry, Biology & Protection
Year 2 - Year-long Period 1 (31)
MRS224 Nuclear Medicine Science 1 (16)
MRS213 Imaging Pathology (16)
Year 2 - Session 2 (60)
MRS204 Sectional Anatomy
PHM214 Radiopharmacy
Year 3 - Session 1 (30)
MRS331 Nuclear Medicine Science 2 (16)
MRS432 Computed Tomography Principles and Practice
MRS333 Digital Systems, Sustainability and the Global Community
Year 3 - Session 2 (60)
MRS332 Nuclear Medicine Science 3 (16)
MRS433 Non-ionising Imaging Techniques
MRS413 Pharmacology for Medical Radiation Science
Year 4 - Year-long Period 1 (31)
MRS454 Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Residency (64)
Radiation Therapy
Year 2 - Session 1 (30)
MRS367 Radiation Dosimetry, Biology & Protection
Year 2 - Year-long Period 1 (31)
MRS253 Principles and Practice Radiation Therapy 1 (16)
MRS213 Imaging Pathology (16)
MRS256 Radiation Therapy Planning Principles (16)
Year 2 - Session 2 (60)
MRS204 Sectional Anatomy
Year 3 - Session 1 (30)
MRS349 Principles and Practice Radiation Therapy 2 (16)
MRS366 Radiation Therapy Technology
MRS432 Computed Tomography Principles and Practice
Year 3 - Session 2 (60)
MRS365 Principles and Practice Radiation Therapy 3 (16)
MRS413 Pharmacology for Medical Radiation Science
MRS433 Non-ionising Imaging Techniques
Year 4 - Year-long Period 1 (31)
MRS456 Radiation Therapy Residency (64)
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