PCert Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences

The Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences is a part-time programme delivered online over one year.

There are two pathways to choose from:

Pathway 1 – Computed Tomography (CT)
Pathway 2 – Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Candidates who successfully complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences may apply to progress to the MSc in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences or Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (NFQ Level 9, Major Award).

For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements.

Module List
Code	Title	Credits
Students take 30 credits as follows - all listed core modules (10 credits) and 20 credits in their chosen pathway:
Core Modules
RA6019	Clinical Practice (A)	10
Pathways		20
Computed Tomography
AN6061	Comparative Anatomy & Pathophysiology (A) (10)
RA6014	Principles and Practice of CT (A) (10)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
AN6061	Comparative Anatomy & Pathophysiology (A) (10)
RA6015	Principles and Practice of MRI (A) (10)
Total Credits		30

Full details and regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards Book and for each module in the Book of Modules.

Possess the academic skills to critically evaluate the evidence underpinning current imaging/radiation therapy practices.
Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to the professional and caring values which underpin a safe and high-quality clinical service.
Through intelligent and critical analysis of original research sources, synthesise the evidence base of clinical practice.
Critically evaluate original research sources and their contribution to the evidence base of clinical practice.
Critically evaluate ongoing personal and professional development via the theory and practice of CPD.

Catalóg na gClár Acadúil
Academic Programme Catalogue