Course summary
Medical Imaging is an essential component of modern medicine and plays a key role in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of disease. At Leeds, you will be taught by academics actively engaged in research and collaboration. We will build your understanding of the physics involved in different imaging techniques and enhance your imaging knowledge in preparation for your career in Medical Imaging. Whether you are a recent graduate, a medical student wishing to intercalate, or a healthcare professional, our course will introduce you to:
- the scientific principles involved in the different imaging techniques and image formation,
- applications in the field of radiology
- the different modalities used in clinical settings, and
- current issues in a modern radiology department
- Tailor our course to your own professional interests with optional modules including MRI, Ultrasound, X-ray, CT, paediatric radiography and forensic imaging.
- Achieve your goals in a way that is flexible to your time, needs and location
- Benefit from Leeds’ long history of Medical Imaging teaching and research
- Learn from world leading academics who provided the academic lead in collaborative projects involving GlaxoSmithKline, Siemens, Philips Healthcare, Thales Angenieux, Kidney Research UK and Breast Cancer Now.
Modules
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 selected imaging techniques Describe how image formation occurs and how contrast is produced for selected 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 selected 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
Assessment method
Taught modules are assessed by using a range of assessments. In addition to exams we use of range of coursework that will develop academic skills useful in your future career, including presentation skills, academic poster presentations, abstract creation. Examinations are held during the University exam periods in January and May.
Entry requirements
A bachelor degree with a 2:2 (hons) in a biological/physical science or radiography, or medicine or dentistry equivalent. 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.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
Fees are listed on our website: https://courses.leeds.ac.uk/
Provider information
University of Leeds
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT