Program Overview
This Graduate Diploma in Computed Tomography (CT) from UCD School of Medicine is a 9-month, full-time program designed for diagnostic radiographers who want to develop the specialist CT skills necessary to provide high-quality patient care. The program includes two technology modules and two professional practice modules, and clinical skills development is supported by a clinical placement in the students' own CT department.
University College Dublin
Overview:
University College Dublin (UCD) is a leading research-intensive university located in Dublin, Ireland. It is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. UCD offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCD provides a vibrant and diverse campus experience for its students. The university emphasizes the holistic development of its students, offering a range of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Research Excellence:
UCD is renowned for its strong research output and collaborations with industry partners.Global Partnerships:
The university boasts a vast network of partner institutions worldwide, providing students with opportunities for international study and exchange.Transformational Learning:
UCD focuses on providing a transformative learning experience that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.Other:
UCD is actively involved in promoting sustainability and social responsibility. The university is committed to creating a positive impact on society through its research, teaching, and engagement activities.
Entry Requirements:
For Standard Entry Applicants (EU Home Students):
- Diagnostic Radiographer: Applicants must be a qualified diagnostic radiographer with at least one year of post-qualification experience.
- Department of Health Approval: Must have Department of Health approval to practice radiography in Ireland.
- Health Professions Council Approval: Must have Health Professions Council approval to practice radiography in the UK and Northern Ireland.
- Clinical Experience: Must have at least three months of clinical experience in CT scanning prior to commencing the course.
- Clinical Placement: Must arrange their own clinical placement and provide evidence of an agreement to spend a minimum of 620 hours gaining practical experience in CT over the duration of the program.
- Clinical Supervisor: Must arrange for a suitably qualified clinical supervisor to oversee their clinical experience.
- Clinical Hours Declaration Form: Must submit a signed Clinical Hours Declaration Form by their Radiographic Services Manager, indicating an agreement to provide the requisite number of clinical hours during the course and confirming the requisite pre-clinical hours.
For International Applicants (Overseas Students Outside the EU):
- BSc (Honours) or Equivalent: Must hold a BSc (Honours) or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography.
- IELTS Score: Must attain a minimum score of 7.0 in IELTS (a minimum of 6 in each band). All test results must be less than 2 years old.
- Clinical Work Experience: Must have at least 9 months of clinical work experience in CT prior to commencing the course.
- Pre-Clinical Hour Declaration Form: Must provide documented evidence of their clinical work experience on the pre-clinical hour declaration form.
- Academic and Clinical References: Must provide academic and clinical references to support their commitment and ability to undertake the course.
- Clinical Placement: The University will organize completion of the Clinical Hours Declaration Form for international applicants.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS: International applicants must attain a minimum score of 7.0 in IELTS (a minimum of 6 in each band). All test results must be less than 2 years old.
Huge and always expanding. Lots of course options and the professors care a lot about what they teach. Huge amount of students and clubs so there is something for everyone.
Finished my Masters in Food Safety here in 2019. Quality of education is pretty good. Facilities are on point. One of the better universities in Ireland. A lot of extra curricular activities organised all round the year. No racism or any other issue as per my experience. Teaching staff is quite knowledgeable. I loved my time there. 10/10
