Program Overview

Mammography - MSc/PgDip/PgCert

This MSc/PgDip/PgCert in Mammography course is for radiographers who are currently working in a clinical environment within mammography services and who want to develop advanced level clinical skills and critical and reflective thinking in practice.

A postgraduate qualification in mammography is essential for radiographers working within the National Breast Screening Programmes. This modular, practice-based MSc in Mammography course will enable you to follow a pathway within mammography leading to advancement in specialist clinical skills.

The course is run in partnership with the Scottish Academy of Breast Imaging (SABI) based at the West of Scotland Breast Screening Centre in Glasgow. It is delivered part-time over 1-7 years.

Why QMU?

• Collaboration provides the optimum learning experience: The collaboration between QMU and Scottish Academy of Breast Imaging (SABI) allows you to benefit from input from practice-based NHS clinical experts and professional higher education academics. This collaborative approach has allowed SABI and QMU to work together for over 20 years in delivering breast imaging courses both in Scotland and further afield to the wider UK and Ireland. 
• Flexible study route: Delivered part-time, this course fits ideally around your work commitments.
• Expertise: You will be taught by the SABI Clinical Training Team and NHS radiologists, consultant radiographers, breast surgeons, advanced practice mammographers, breast care nurses, and other NHS professionals working with breast care services. 
• Support: You will have a named clinical trainer throughout your time studying on the PgCert Mammography who will support you both clinically and academically while you study with us. 
• Professional accreditation: The course is accredited by the Society and College of Radiographers.