Radiography (Magnetic Resonance Imaging-MRI)

Master of Science

Postgraduate Certificate

Postgraduate Diploma

Master of Science, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma

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Core Modules

Core Elective

Programme Structure

The programme is organised on a part-time basis. Depending on the module(s) you study in any one term, this may be a one day per week basis or short blocks of three to four days. The duration of the programme is based on the need to include the appropriate academic, clinical and professional elements appropriate for your individual study Specialism. Your final award is determined by the number of Master’s level credits gained. There are three awards available from the programme:
<ol><li>Master of Science degree (main award)</li><li>Postgraduate Diploma</li><li>Postgraduate Certificate.</li><li>Individual modules of 15 and 30 Master’s level credits can be studied for professional development purposes. These modules will be awarded a certificate of credit and, should you choose to continue with your postgraduate study, this credit will be accepted towards your final postgraduate award.</li></ol>
Within this programme of study you may graduate with one of two different Postgraduate Certificate awards (MRI or CT) or one of two different Postgraduate Diploma awards (MRI or CT) or one of two different postgraduate MSc awards (MRI or CT) respectively, determined by the modules selected for study. To be awarded a specific postgraduate award in a clinical speciality, for example, Computed Tomography, you must successfully complete the Computed Tomography specific modules.

Nature of Accreditation: Professional Body Accreditation

Demonstrate synthesis and application of the clinical, scientific and professional principles, which influence the practice of Radiography, with emphasis in your respective field of specialisation.

Knowledge

Develop synthesis and application of knowledge to address complex clinical scenarios and taking into account of current controversies in your field of clinical practice.

Engage in evaluation of current professional issues, which are at the forefront of your discipline.

Critically evaluate a range of evidence, techniques and protocols relevant to clinical practice and make informed judgements about their quality and appropriateness in your clinical setting.

Skills

Recognise, analyse and solve complex problems relating to your clinical practice.

Effectively use a range of advanced information technology systems for clinical and scholarly activities.

Demonstrate autonomous/independent practice and professionalism.

Critically assess your learning needs in relation to the advances in your field and clinical practice, reflect on your own learning and progress and how it can be transferred to practice and design your individual continuing development plan.

Seek and identify opportunities to apply new knowledge to your own practice in structured ways.

Tailor your practice to address the differences in cultural practices and beliefs of groups and individuals.

Values and attitudes

Evaluate your knowledge and understanding of the theoretical concepts and methods which inform and improve clinical practice and scholarly activity

Synthesise coherently and effectively the knowledge and expertise related to your area of practice.

Confidently undertake audit and research within the clinical environment to further the evidence base in your respective discipline.

Devise and implement recommendations to improve your practice, based on current evidence, so you contribute to the delivery of a high quality clinical service and practice development.

Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills and the ability to discuss and address enquiries about advanced techniques and clinical controversies in your specialisation.

Develop your personal and team leadership skills.

Develop and improve your own competence in recognised ways.

Discuss the medico-legal, ethical and professional frameworks and their impact on clinical practice.

Demonstrate the necessary professional values appropriate for conduct within clinical practice.

Demonstrate commitment to the development of your practice and of the profession of Radiography through your engagement with continuing professional development, scholarly activity, audit and research in your field of study.

PSMRIM - Radiography (Magnetic Resonance Imaging-MRI)

These postgraduate programmes in Radiography provide advanced education so you can achieve a systematic understanding, develop critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of your field of study and your area of professional practice in Computed Tomography or Magnetic Resonance Imaging, respectively. These programmes of study will provide you with the advanced scientific, scholarly, professional and technical knowledge required to enable you to propose innovative solutions to improve your current radiographic practice for the benefit of your patients (Framework for Higher education Qualifications, 2008 and 2014).
These programmes will further allow you to build on the knowledge &amp; clinical experience gained from your professional work complementing the experiences you already have and allowing you to enhance your professional development and make a greater contribution to the investigatory healthcare process or treatment pathway.

The programme design ensures you learn the required information, understand the appropriate topics and can apply these to your clinical and professional practice. A range of teaching and learning methods are used including formal lectures, seminars, tutorials, demonstrations/workshops, clinical practice, work based learning and self-directed study. Lectures are used to disseminate information to you, thus extending your knowledge in some areas and presenting you with new information in others. Seminars, tutorials and discussion sessions are used to reinforce the student centred approach to learning by allowing you to prepare and present material to your peer group and encourages an interchange of ideas. Clinical and professional practice occurs in the workplace where you are able to develop clinical and professional skills and apply knowledge to a wide range of clinical situations. Self-directed study is used to encourage you to take responsibility for your own learning and to promote self-discipline and reflective skills. There is a wealth of online learning opportunities, including web-links to relevant audio, video, research papers as well as online quiz and learning resources.

Curriculum Catalogue

Radiography (Magnetic Resonance Imaging-MRI) - MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip

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