Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (with specialisations)

The Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science offers the theoretical knowledge and professional skills to practise as a qualified medical radiation scientist. Taught by industry-based professionals, this degree offers a high success rate in industry employment. Combining the realms of science, health and anatomy, medical radiation science offers a diverse, challenging and progressive career path. A fast-evolving field, medical radiation science capitalises on emerging technologies to drive sophisticated investigations into the health and wellbeing of individuals. There is an increasing demand for highly educated and adaptable medical radiation science professionals in response to Australia's ageing population and organic growth of the industry . Our degree puts you at the cutting edge of the industry, giving you a competitive advantage in the employment market. Equipment used by medical radiation scientists has become increasingly sophisticated over the past decade and a detailed knowledge of equipment function, operation and computer interfacing is required. With an emphasis on the techniques and equipment used in diagnostic radiography, nuclear medicine and radiation therapy, this degree will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need for a rewarding and fulfilling career.   You’ll learn across a wide range of subject areas,  including general radiography, screening, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound, single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), positron emission tomography (PET), hybrid systems (SPECT/CT, PET/CT, PET/MRI), simulation and planning systems, linear accelerators, and state of the art computer / software systems.