| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-16 | 2023-06-12 |
| 2024-01-09 | 2023-10-13 |
Program Overview
Overview
Designed to train a new generation of leaders in the field, our MSc Diagnostic Imaging programme will give you new insight into current and best practice – and train you to create real and meaningful change. You’ll develop advanced critical thinking skills, synthesise evidence from a range of research and other sources and build on industry knowledge and clinical experience to inform professional discussion and debate.
As a part of GCU’s thriving and diverse academic community, you’ll not only prepare for a successful career but use what you learn to advance the field and contribute to the common good.
You can choose between studying the broad-based MSc Diagnostic Imaging programme or an optional pathway specific to your area of practice, selecting to study full time, part time or distance learning. The part time programme is flexible following the student’s module choices.
Optional pathways
Magnetic Resonance Imaging:
Increase your understanding of MRI theory and practice with this professional development opportunity, which includes supervised placements.
Medical Ultrasound:
Use state-of-the-art simulation facilities and sonographic equipment to gain new insight into the clinical applications of medical ultrasound. You’ll rehearse practical scanning skills and get valuable feedback from experts in the field.
Computed Tomography:
Increase your understanding of the theory and practice of CT with this development opportunity, which includes supervised placement.
Image Interpretation:
Graduate prospects
Your MSc Diagnostic Imaging helps you improve your skills and push boundaries – setting you up for success whether you pursue a career in industry or academia. Our graduates make a positive impact through service redesign and radiographer-led service provision – as well as published research, conference presentations and doctoral study.
Program Outline
What you
will studyIn addition to profession specific learning, core modules allow for learning from and alongside a broad range of health and social care professionals, and encourage development of advanced practice skills such as evidence-based practice, research and leadership.
Module list
Advancing Practices in Imaging; Advanced Research Methods; Masters Dissertation; Advanced Leadership for Health and Social Care Practitioners; Principles of Practice in Medical Ultrasound; Magnetic Resonance Imaging Principles and Practice; Computed Tomography Principles and Practice; Foundations of Radiographic Image Interpretation; Applications of Radiographic Image Interpretation; Work-based Skills and Innovative Practices 1 and 2.
Download the Programme Specification
for a detailed breakdown of its structure, what you will learn and other useful information.
Details of the University’s terms and conditions are available here.
Assessment methods
This course features a mix of assessment and exams.
We use a wide range of learning and teaching methods to ensure that you have both the necessary knowledge and understanding of business and management and a portfolio of intellectual and personal skills.
Each module on the programme uses its own learning, teaching and assessment strategy to achieve learning objectives. Assessment methods vary between modules and may include unseen examinations, class tests, essays, management reports, case studies, presentations, and group work.
Facilities
This course uses industry-standard facilities.
Guest lectures and networking events
This course features guest lecturers.
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited by the College of Radiographers.
Teaching methods
The learning and teaching methods we use ensure that our programme is both vocationally relevant and academically challenging. Our approach is student-centred, practical, participative and relevant to the needs of employers.
We've moved away from the traditional teacher-centric learning to a more independent learning approach, where you are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills.
Work placements
International students on the MRI and CT pathways will have work placement opportunities