Program Overview

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Nuclear Medicine Imaging

Overview

This part-time course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the advanced knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the rapidly evolving field of nuclear medicine.

Introduction

Nuclear Medicine is a constantly evolving medical specialty that requires knowledge across a variety of subjects, including applied anatomy and physiology, chemistry, and physics, along with person-centred care skills. This course takes a blended approach to learning, combining online lectures, tutorials, and workshops with in-person teaching.

Course Accreditations

• Society and College of Radiographers
• Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine

Course Details

This course consists of five compulsory modules that integrate theory with the clinical application and practice of nuclear medicine. There is a clinical practice requirement for the duration of the PGDip, and you will be required to work closely with a nominated clinical supervisor.

Year One

• Fundamentals of Nuclear Medicine
• Advanced Concepts in Nuclear Medicine
• Scientific Principles of Hybrid Imaging
• Clinically-based Practices in Nuclear Medicine
• Statistics and Research Methods in Nuclear Medicine

Year Two

• Dissertation

Teaching and Learning

This course uses a diverse range of teaching and learning approaches, including:

• In-person live-streamed lectures
• Seminars
• Online learning
• Simulation workshops
• Clinical experience
• Tutorials
• Videos
• Discussion boards
• Self-directed learning activities
• Group work

Assessment

Assessment methods will vary between modules.

Facilities

The School of Health and Society is home to a dedicated suite of imaging facilities, including a £2.5 million investment in collaboration with GE Healthcare, which has led to the creation of our new Centre for Medical Imaging, featuring state-of-the-art clinical and simulation facilities.

Teaching Staff

• Dr Robert Higgins, Programme Leader
• Specialist Lecturers and Support

Employment and Stats

This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to qualify for additional roles and responsibilities, which will, in turn, enhance and develop your career opportunities.

Requirements

This course is designed for healthcare professionals looking to specialise and advance their careers in nuclear medicine.

• Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or above in any healthcare-related course
• Alternative entry requirements: Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)

Fees

• Full-time home: £9,100 per year (2025/26)
• Full-time international: £17,000 per year (2025/26)

Enrolment Dates

• September 2025
• September 2026

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• MSc Advanced Medical Imaging
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