Program Overview

Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology is designed for health professionals working with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment who are seeking formal qualifications in this rapidly expanding field. This program provides an advanced understanding of the physics and technology surrounding magnetic resonance, making graduates in demand both in Australia and overseas.

Program Details

• The program is offered at the University of Queensland, with the option to study externally or at the St Lucia campus.
• The duration of the program is 1 year full-time, with part-time options available.
• The program code is 5096, and it is classified as an AQF Level 8 qualification.
• The indicative annual fee for domestic students is $9,540, while international students can expect to pay approximately $50,032.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry into the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology, applicants must:

• Hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, medical imaging, medical radiation, radiography, allied health, biomedical engineering, engineering, or computer science.
• Have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in their previous qualifications.
• Alternatively, applicants with 2 years of full-time equivalent, relevant work experience in medical imaging, physics, or molecular imaging may also be considered.

English Language Requirements

International students must meet the English language requirements, which include:

• IELTS overall 6.5, with reading 6, writing 6, speaking 6, and listening 6.
• TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21, and speaking 19.
• PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub-bands.
• BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
• CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub-bands.

Program Highlights

• Access to the most advanced range of magnetic resonance instrumentation in the Southern Hemisphere.
• Learning from leading experts in the field.
• Eligibility for Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy continuing professional development (CPD) points accrual.
• The flexibility to organize study around professional and personal commitments, with all courses able to be completed online.

Career Possibilities

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology can pursue careers as:

• Magnetic resonance technologists
• Magnetic resonance imaging physicists
• Image processors
• Biomedical researchers
• Senior radiographers

How to Apply

Domestic and international applications should be submitted to the University of Queensland. The program code for the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology is 5096. Applicants can apply online, and there are specific closing dates for semester 1 and semester 2 intakes.

Additional Information

• Students who undertake vacation work, fieldwork, or work experience will be required to fund their own travel and living expenses.
• The University of Queensland offers various scholarships, and students may be eligible for financial aid from their home country or the Australian Government.
• The program provides a comprehensive education in magnetic resonance technology, including courses on MR Safety and Monitoring, Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Fundamentals, Magnetic Resonance Instrumentation, and MRI Pulse Sequence Construction and Image Contrast.