Bachelor of Medical Imaging
2023 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2023 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Bachelor of Medical Imaging |
| Course Map | This course map is for new students commencing from Semester 1 2023. Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| Campus | Offered at Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Online | No |
| Duration | 4 years full time program delivered over eight consecutive semesters commencing in Semester 1 |
| CRICOS course code | 097569A Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Deakin course code | H309 |
| Approval status | This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework. |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 7. |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Professional recognition
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Pathways
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Work experience
Course overview
Join one of the strongest growth areas within the health sector* with Deakin's Bachelor of Medical Imaging. Gain the latest knowledge in medical radiation science and develop your skills in techniques like general radiography, computed tomography (CT), digital vascular imaging and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). You will learn in our world-class medical imaging labs, which have the capabilities of real medical imaging clinics.
Throughout the course you will explore important professionalism, communication, ethical and legal aspects of healthcare. Clinical placements start in your first year and are based in metro, rural and regional settings. You will gain valuable clinical practice in clinical centres and hospitals, and in our medical imaging training unit, giving you diverse experience and skills that ensure you graduate career-ready and eligible for registration as a Medical Radiation Practitioner (diagnostic radiographer).
Want to gain the knowledge and clinical expertise to launch your career as a registered diagnostic radiographer?
Through this highly specialised course you will develop an understanding of medical radiation science that informs principles of medical images and biological sciences. Using the latest equipment, you will learn basic X-ray techniques before advancing to more complex medical imaging procedures such as:
- general radiography
- digital vascular imaging
- mammography
- computed tomography (CT)
- general ultrasound (U/S)
- magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Take advantage of Deakin’s state-of-the-art facilities to practise your skills using the same equipment professionals use. Our medical imaging labs replicate real-world medical imaging clinics – two of the main X-ray examination rooms even include ceiling and floor-mounted imaging systems. The authentic facilities mean you will be preparing for your future career with practical knowledge and skills that can easily transition into the workplace.
Develop your knowledge in clinical placements under the supervision of experienced practitioners in a range of settings, including hospitals and private radiology clinics throughout Australia. These workplace experiences provide you with the skills needed to enter the medical imaging sector with confidence.
*2021 Employment Outlook - for the five years to November 2026, Australian Government National Skills Commission
Indicative student workload
As a student in the Faculty of Health, you can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and on-line interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Professional recognition
This course is designed to meet the requirements of the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Deakin’s Bachelor of Medical Imaging has been awarded accreditation, with statutory direction provided by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA).
Career opportunities
Upon graduation, you will be prepared to pursue a career as a registered diagnostic radiographer. You could find yourself working in a radiology department in a hospital, private radiology practice or health department. As a graduate, you will be eligible to work as a skilled practitioner across the broad range of diagnostic medical imaging, including:
- general radiography
- CT fluoroscopy
You will be eligible to receive AHPRA registration as a Medical Radiation Practitioner, with a division/registration type of Diagnostic Radiographer, General. This AHPRA registration enables graduates to work as a diagnostic radiographer in a range of settings, such as:
- small regional clinics
- large metropolitan imaging departments
- hospitals and specialist medical facilities in Australia
Participation requirements
The course involves compulsory clinical placements in each year. The sequence of eight clinical practice units is delivered over four years. These placements may require travel to rural areas and interstate travel.
Mandatory student checks
Department of Human Services policy - Police Record Check and Working With Children Check
Working with Children Check
Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. Learn more about the Working With Children Check.
Police record check
Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. Learn more about the National Police Record Check.
Immunisations
Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to have a current immunisation status. Information will be provided to Applicants once they enrol in the course. The Faculty will guide you through this process.
Code of Conduct
Prior to commencing students are expected to sign the Student Code of Conduct.
Pathways
This course provides a pathway to higher degree by research courses and other postgraduate coursework programs.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on your course, the type of fee place you hold, your commencement year, the units you choose and your study load.
Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.
Use the Fee estimator to see course and unit fees applicable to your course and type of place. Further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods is available on our Current students fees website.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Apply discipline specific knowledge to undertake radiographic procedures in a safe, accurate and ethical environment; develop clinical practices using evidence-based research. |
| Communication | Use oral, written and interpersonal forms of communication to communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with a range of professionals, patients and their family/carers, taking into account the particular therapeutic context. |
| Digital literacy | Use digital technologies to critically evaluate information (including radiographic images), remain informed about current imaging theories and issues, and disseminate relevant information to professional networks, clients and communities. |
| Critical thinking | Analyse, evaluate and think critically and reflectively about radiographic factors (for example patient condition, clinical information, exposure) to ensure safe practice, resolve clinical challenges and obtain accurate diagnostic outcomes. |
| Problem solving | Evaluate general radiography examinations for a range of patient/client presentations and complexities, problem solve in terms of new procedures and techniques used in medical imaging, and implement solutions. Recognise the advantages and limitations of available equipment and systems to provide a safe and effective radiographic examination that will ensure an accurate outcome. Use knowledge of available modalities and patient information to assess the most effective and appropriate means of finding an answer to a particular clinical question. |
| Self-management | Maintain currency with developments in the field of radiological practice, use reflective practice to become a life-long learner by identifying ongoing learning needs and opportunities; assume responsibility and accept accountability for professional decisions. |
| Teamwork | Work effectively, ethically and responsibly within inter-disciplinary health care teams, and communicate clearly and professionally with team members to provide safe, high quality patient care. |
| Global citizenship | Demonstrate an understanding of one’s own cultural perspectives and manage patients in a way that is culturally sensitive, consistent with legislation, professional, ethical and respectful. |
Course rules
To complete the Bachelor of Medical Imaging students must attain 32 credit points. Units (think of units as 'subjects') may be worth 1, 2 or 3 credit points - check each unit for its credit point value in the course structure below. The course is delivered over eight consecutive semesters. All the units in the course are core (these are compulsory) other than a choice of one of two units in the final semester of the course.
Recognition of Prior Learning is not granted for this course.
All commencing Faculty of Health Undergraduate and Postgraduate course work students are required to complete HAI010 Academic Integrity in their first semester of study (0 credit point compulsory unit).
Course structure
Units
Year 1 - Semester 1
| HAI010 | Academic Integrity (0 credit points) |
| HMI101 | Medical Radiation Science 1 |
| HMI102 | Foundation Principles and Application of Medical Imaging 1 |
| HMI103 | Medical Imaging Practice 1 |
Year 1 - Semester 2
| HMI104 | Foundation Principles and Application of Medical Imaging 2 |
| HMI105 | Medical Imaging Practice 2 |
Year 2 - Semester 1
| HMI201 | Medical Radiation Science 2 |
| HMI202 | Foundation Principles and Application of Medical Imaging 3 |
| HMI203 | Medical Imaging Practice 3 |
Year 2 - Semester 2
| HMI204 | Foundation Principles and Application of Medical Imaging 4 |
| HMI205 | Medical Imaging Practice 4 |
Year 3 - Semester 1
| HMI301 | Principles of Advanced Modality Imaging 1 |
| HMI302 | Medical Imaging Practice 5 |
Year 3 - Semester 2
| HMI303 | Principles of Advanced Modality Imaging 2 |
| HMI304 | Medical Imaging Practice 6 |
Year 4 - Semester 1
| HMI401 | Research Methods and Critical Appraisal |
| HMI402 | Medical Imaging Practice 7 |
Year 4 - Semester 2
| HMI403 | Medical Imaging Practice 8 |
and one of:
| HMI404 | Advanced Modalities |
OR
| HMI405 | Practice Management |
Work experience
Work Integrated Learning and clinical practice
During part of each semester of the four years of the course there will be opportunities to convert theory to competent practice, working under supervision with real patients in clinical environments. You will be rostered to placements in a broad range of hospitals and private radiology clinics throughout Australia. Further skills practice and consolidation will be conducted in the medical imaging training unit at the Waurn Ponds (Geelong) campus.
Other course information
Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.
The course includes an extensive practical placement component throughout Australia (cost incurred by the student).
Further information
Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.
- Contact Student Central