(Full time) 2019 start
Medical Imaging PGDip
Overview
Medical Imaging is an essential component of modern medicine and plays a key role in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of disease. The Medical Imaging MSc covers:
- the basic physics involved in the different imaging techniques
- image formation, pattern recognition and applications in the field of radiology
- current issues in a modern radiology department
Whilst not a clinical skills course, the teaching of technical aspects of imaging techniques is firmly grounded in their clinical usage. Many of our lecturers are at the forefront of research in their field and bring insights from emerging imaging techniques.
This course is designed for recent graduates preparing for a career in medical imaging, professionals already working in the field.
More information
You can also study this subject at a Masters or Postgraduate Certificate level.
You may transfer from your original programme to another one, provided that you do this before you have completed the programme and before an award has been made.
Course content
You’ll become familiar with the range of medical imaging techniques.
By the end of the course you should be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the physical and mathematical aspects of image formation of a number of imaging techniques;
- Describe how image formation occurs and how contrast is produced for several imaging techniques in relation to the anatomical and physiological properties of tissue;
- Understand the health and safety considerations for selected imaging techniques;
- Demonstrate an understanding of a range of clinical applications of medical imaging, and be able to critically appraise their potential benefits and drawbacks;
- Demonstrate enhancement of their professional skills in communication, problem-solving, learning effectively and quickly, and effective self-management;
- Apply common and where relevant specialist information technology in literature searching, analysis and display of data;
- Produce written work, in appropriate academic and other profession appropriate styles in English
Course structure
The list shown below represents typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.
Modules
Year 1
Compulsory modules
- Core Skills in Medical Imaging 15 credits
Optional modules (selection of typical options shown below)
- Forensic Imaging 15 credits
- Paediatric Radiography 15 credits
- Principles for Medical Imaging Interpretation 15 credits
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging 15 credits
- Ultrasound Imaging 15 credits
- Radionuclide Imaging 15 credits
- Research Methods 15 credits
- Medical X-ray Imaging 15 credits
- X-ray Computed Tomography 15 credits
- Professional Issues 15 credits
Learning and teaching
All modules are taught through traditional lectures, tutorials, practicals and computer based sessions. We also employ blended learning, combining online learning with other teaching methods.
You’ll be taught about the underpinning science of the various imaging modalities. We cover a range of clinical applications demonstrating the use of medical imaging in modern medicine. Many lecturers are at the forefront of research in their particular field and will bring insights from current clinical imaging practice and developments of new and emerging imaging techniques.
Assessment
The taught modules are assessed by coursework and unseen written examinations. Exams are held during the University exam periods in January and May.
Applying, fees and funding
Entry requirements
A bachelor degree with a 2:2 (hons) in a biological/physical science or radiography, or medicine or dentistry equivalent.
We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications. For information contact the Medical Imaging admissions team.
English language requirements
IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.
Improve your English
International students who do not meet the English language requirements for this programme may be able to study our postgraduate pre-sessional English course, to help improve your English language level.
This pre-sessional course is designed with a progression route to your degree programme and you’ll learn academic English in the context of your subject area. To find out more, read Language for Science (6 weeks) and Language for Science: General Science (10 weeks).
If you need to study for longer than 10 weeks, read more about our postgraduate pre-sessional English course.
How to apply
This link takes you to information on applying for taught programmes and to the University's online application system.
If you're unsure about the application process, contact the admissions team for help.
Read about visas, immigration and other information in International students. We recommend that international students apply as early as possible to ensure that they have time to apply for their visa.
Admissions policy
School of Medicine Taught Postgraduate Policy 2019
Fees
- UK/EU: £7,000 (total)
- International: £15,167 (total)
Read more about paying fees and charges.
For fees information for international taught postgraduate students, read Masters fees.
Additional cost information
There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more about additional costs
Scholarships and financial support
If you have the talent and drive, we want you to be able to study with us, whatever your financial circumstances. There may be help for students in the form of loans and non-repayable grants from the University and from the government. Find out more at Masters funding overview.
Career opportunities
Past graduates have gone on to enter careers in medical imaging or related disciplines, such as radiology and radiography. Often students are already working in the area, and use the skills and knowledge gained in the programme to enhance their careers. Students have gone on to take lecturer or research positions, and have also chosen to take post graduate research degrees (such as a PhD).
Careers support
We encourage you to prepare for your career from day one. That’s one of the reasons Leeds graduates are so sought after by employers.
The Careers Centre and staff in your faculty provide a range of help and advice to help you plan your career and make well-informed decisions along the way, even after you graduate. Find out more at the Careers website.