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MSc Medical Imaging (Ultrasound)

University of Cumbria, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

On this 2-year programme, you will learn all of the academic knowledge required to work in this field and, importantly, have plenty of hands-on training in our skills hub. The skills hub is equipped with the latest imaging workstations and houses one of the largest MedaPhor ultrasound simulation labs in the world.

This programme gives you exposure to the full range of sonography in clinical areas, such as obstetrics, gynaecology, general medical (abdominal and small parts), vascular, breast and musculoskeletal ultrasound training. Approximately 75% of your studies will be practical, so you will develop the work-based skills required to step into a job after graduation. The module delivery will be an online ‘blended’ learning approach and most modules will have an element of live virtual tutorial type sessions.

General Eligibility

1st or upper 2nd class honours degree, however those with a 2:2 will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Minimum of 5 GCSE passes, grade ‘C’ or above to include Maths, English and Science (grade B or above for Science). Preference will be given to those with at least one science subject at A-level (or equivalent) at grade C or above.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

Compulsory modules

  • Physical Principles & Technology in Ultrasound

  • Professional, Legal & Ethical Issues in Ultrasound

Optional modules

  • Breast Ultrasound

  • Breast Ultrasound (Clinical Practice)

  • General Medical Ultrasound (Theory)

  • General Medical Ultrasound (Clinical Practice)

  • Gynecological Ultrasound (Theory)

  • Gynaecological Ultrasound (Clinical Practice)

  • Negotiated Ultrasound Practice 1

  • Negotiated Ultrasound Practice 1 (Clinical Practice)

  • Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (Theory)

  • Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (Clinical Practice)

  • Independent Study in Ultrasound (non-Clinical Practice)

  • Negotiated Ultrasound Practice 2

  • Negotiated Ultrasound Practice 2 (Clinical Practice)

  • Negotiated Ultrasound Practice 3

  • Negotiated Ultrasound Practice 3 (Clinical Practice)

  • Obstetric Ultrasound (Theory)

  • Obstetric Ultrasound (Clinical Practice)

  • Vascular Ultrasound (Theory)

  • Vascular Ultrasound (Clinical Practice)

  • Research methods

  • Dissertation (40 credits)

  • Dissertation (60 credits)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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