PgDip/ MSc Advancing Practice in Medical Imaging (Advancing Practice in Health Framework)
This part-time MSc provides CPD opportunities for diagnostic radiographers and other AHPs working with the specific specialist modalities.The course aims to provide flexibility in learning with the opportunity for learners to select modules in order to support individual practice development.
As part of our Advancing Practice in Health Framework, this award pathway will be of interest if you want to advance your practice in the area of Medical Imaging. It is delivered online and available both full- and part-time.
The medical imaging pathway aims to facilitate the development of knowledge and practical skills that underpin advanced MRI/CT practice. The pathway is based on a model of collaborative multi-professional learning aligned to expectations of the four pillars of advanced practice (Clinical Practice, Leadership, Education and Research).
Why QMU?
We offer a collaborative multi-professional online learning environment. Learning and assessment are underpinned by current research and the evolving landscape of health and wellbeing.
Course overview
There are learning opportunities in areas such as Principles of MRI/CT, MRI/CT in practice, workplace clinical competencies, as well as fundamentals of advancing practice, critical analysis, evaluation and research methodologies. The Framework also offers opportunities to draw on expertise across the University on subjects such as leadership, social science and education.
The medical imaging pathway aims to foster and develop QMU’s vision of ideas and influence and its mission of cultivating intellectual capital with both a theoretical and practical focus.
Learning and teaching is underpinned by research, evidence and scholarship against a background of the current and evolving political and social landscape for health and wellbeing.
The Medical Imaging pathway offers flexibility in modes of study (part-time, full-time, workplace) that are responsive to individual needs and today’s culture of work and learning.
Exit awards
MSc (180 credits)/ PgDip (120 credits)
Structure
To obtain a specific postgraduate award at QMU you must complete a number of credit bearing modules. You can opt to study for the full MSc or a PgDip. You can also register as an associate student to complete a single module for CPD. On completion of a single module, you may wish to complete further modules and progress your studies to a named award.
Teaching, learning and assessment
The Framework offers flexibility in module choice and modes of study (part-time, full-time, workplace) that are responsive to individual needs and today’s culture of work and learning. All modules are delivered online and can be studied from a distance. Additional support is available for those new to or returning to master’s level study.
Teaching hours and attendance
No on-campus attendance is required at QMU and course material is delivered entirely online. Each 20-credit module will equate with approximately 200 hours of study, which will include regular online contact and independent experiential learning.
Modules
- Enquiry-based Practice (20 credits
- Fundamentals of Advancing Practice (20 credits)
- plus an optional module (20 credits) from any approved Framework modules
The following modules require individuals to be working in the specific area and/or have access to an appropriate workplace setting (paid or voluntary).
- Advanced Competencies I & II (20/40 credits)
- MRI/CT in Practice (20 credits)
- Principles of MRI/CT (20 credits)
For the MSc, you will also complete a Dissertation (60 credits).
The modules listed are correct at time of publication (August 2019) but are subject to change. In the event that modules are changed, QMU will seek to use reasonable endeavours to ensure that there is no detrimental impact on students.
Single module study
Available. Register as an associate student to study single modules in areas of interest. Contact Simon Holmes for further information.
Placements
N/A
Careers
This course will provide learners with enhanced career progression opportunities in leadership roles or within their specialist field of practice.
Class sizes
You will join a multi-professional online community of learners.
Entry requirements
Honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline.
International: Where your honours degree has not been studied in English, you will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 with no individual component score less than 6.0.
Some modules require individuals to be working in the specific area of practice and/or have access to a suitable workplace setting along with the support of a line manager and work place mentor.
Professional registration
Framework awards do not lead to UK registration with the HCPC or the right to practice within the UK, but aim to foster an intellectual approach to personal and professional development.
Application deadline
None
More information and contacts
Opportunities to meet us
Fees
More information on fees - look under the ‘Online learning’ tab
Please Note:
The delivery of this course is subject to the terms and conditions set out in our 2020/21 Entry - Terms and Conditions (Postgraduate).
Course Overview
January 2021
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