Medical Imaging (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)

Overview

This part-time programme is designed to be studied over an eleven month period, and consists of two 30 credit core modules.

The MRI theory module, delivered in the first semester, is designed to give students an understanding of the scientific principles behind magnetic resonance imaging and the knowledge to explore the relationship between technical parameters and anatomical and pathological appearances. This theoretical module may also be accessed by students who are not registered for the full MRI certificate course as an option within the MSc in Medical Imaging programme.

The second module, clinical MRI, is delivered in semester two and is designed to provide the student with a structured and monitored experiential learning opportunity in their workplace. It is designed to enable students to critically evaluate MRI protocols used in clinical practice with respect to the evidence base in order to inform service delivery and practice.

The programme sits within the MSc in Medical Imaging programme and the Faculty of Health Studies SSPRD framework, and upon successful completion of this MRI course students can continue their studies by registering for additional modules from the Medical Imaging or School module portfolio, to obtain a postgraduate Diploma or Master's Degree.

COVID-19 Coronavirus update

We have introduced the delivery of lectures, seminars and tutorials online to reduce the number of days you will attend campus for face-to-face teaching.

On the days when online learning occurs you will need study time to engage with the real-time online sessions and activities.

The scheduled lecture weeks are as follows:

18 - 22 January 2021
15 - 19 February 2021
22 - 26 March 2021
19 - 23 April 2021
24 - 28 May 2021

There will also be a presentation assessment (date to be confirmed).

Final assessment work will be submitted in November 2021.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to this pathway you must be a registered health care practitioner in employment and have experience in working in MRI, with possession of a BSc Hons in Diagnostic Radiography or appropriate professional qualification.

Applicants must have managerial support for their studies, including a commitment that appropriate facilities, relevant clinical experience and time will be made available to support their studies (15 hours a week) and a suitably qualified mentor.

English language requirements

IELTS at 6.5 or the equivalent.

If you do not meet the IELTS requirement, you can take a University of Bradford pre-sessional English course. See the Language Centre for more details. For further information on English Language requirements please see the dedicated international entry requirements page.

What you will study

All module information is for 2019 entry, and is subject to change.

Modules

Core

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (RAD7008-C)

Clinical Magnetic Resonance Imaging (RAD7011-C)

Learning and assessment

A 'block' attendance format is utilised in the delivery of the academic learning and this mode of delivery has proved to be popular with students who benefit academically from the concentrated period of time that can be devoted to their studies and learning with their peers. There are five blocks of academic learning and these are delivered in the first six months of the course.

Assessments include two exams and an assignment related to the Magnetic Resonance Imaging module syllabus, and a presentation and portfolio including clinical case studies for the Clinical Magnetic Resonance Imaging module.

Official programme specification

Fees, finance and scholarships

Tuition fee 2020

2020/21:

Fees are dependent upon the number of credits required.

10 credits £554
20 credits £1,108
30 credits £1,663
40 credits £2,216
Dissertation Module (if applicable) £2,399

Additional costs

There may be additional costs that you may incur as a student. Though these are not essential to your programme of study you need to be aware of them as a student of the University. A list of the sort of costs you might expect can be found on our fees and finance section.

Financial support

Health Education England may fund some health courses/modules at the University of Bradford for healthcare staff providing NHS services working within West Yorkshire and Harrogate, against organisational training priorities identified through the organisations training needs analysis.

You are therefore advised to contact the SSPRD Signatory within your organisation regarding their organisational training priorities.

See our fees and financial support section.

Scholarships

Every year we award numerous non-repayable scholarships to UK, EU and international students on the basis of academic excellence, personal circumstances or economic hardship. For full details, visit our scholarships section.

Career support

The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the course from Career and Employability Services including help to find part-time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies. Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive resources on the Careerswebsite.

Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of our programmes there is direct input by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged workshops.

Career prospects

One of the University of Bradford's goals is to equip all our students with the attributes and capabilities to be confident and capable in their life beyond university.

This is the current course information. Modules and course details may change, subject to the University's programme approval, monitoring and review procedures. The University reserves the right to alter or withdraw courses, services and facilities as described on our website without notice and to amend Ordinances, Regulations, fees and charges at any time. Students should enquire as to the up-to-date position when applying for their course of study.