This unit of study introduces students to key research concepts in health, and to the major approaches to designing and evaluating basic and applied research in a health setting. Qualitative and quantitative methods are introduced, and practical ways of applying each method to a range of research topics are discussed. Students are exposed to the types of research which inform practice in a range of health areas, using actual research as practical examples. Current issues in a range of health disciplines will be investigated.

In this unit of study the student will investigate radiographic techniques and study the roles of additional imaging modalities in the diagnosis of trauma, injury and disease, in particular, of the musculoskeletal system. The unit of study is divided into modules focusing on designated regions. Aspects covered within each module will include patient preparation, contrast media administration, technical considerations, radiographic pathology, with the routine protocols being supported by evidence drawn from reference articles. Practical: practical classes will provide students with experience in patient care, practitioner patient communication, radiographic positioning and appropriate anatomy and pathology recognition. The tutorial classes will focus on the development of image critiquing skills through the use of a library of images and clinical scenarios.

This unit of study requires students to attend six (6) weeks of clinical practice in the workplace. During this unit of study, students will practice the radiographic skills basic to anatomical areas such as the chest and extremities. Students are required to reflect upon their professional role and acquire competencies in general skeletal and chest radiography.

This unit of study introduces the student to the construction, design and operation of general radiographic equipment. Sections on film-screen systems, fluoroscopy, computerised tomography, computed radiography, digital radiography and MRI are included. This unit serves as an introduction to digital imaging.

Students will develop an appreciation of the applications of diagnostic imaging to different disease states. The relationship of appropriate therapy will be incorporated together with relevant ethical and radiation implications for the patient and health professional.

This unit of study requires students to attend six (6) weeks of clinical practice in the workplace. During this unit of study, students will practice the radiographic skills basic to anatomical areas such as the pelvic girdle, spine and skull/face, whilst consolidating their general skeletal radiography. Students are required to reflect upon their professional role and acquire competencies in skeletal, spinal and skull radiography.

This unit of study requires students to attend six (6) weeks of clinical practice in the workplace. During this unit of study, students will practice the radiographic skills basic to anatomical areas such as the renal and GIT systems whilst consolidating their skills in pelvic girdle, spine, skull/face and skeletal radiography. Students are required to reflect upon their professional role and acquire competencies in GIT, renal, skeletal, spinal and skull radiography.

This unit of study integrates knowledge from both basic and applied clinical sciences and focuses on the radiographer and the patient. Professional practice and personal development issues are considered at the same time as designated techniques. In this unit of study the student will investigate radiographic techniques and study the roles of additional imaging modalities in the diagnosis of trauma, injury and disease, in particular, of the axial skeleton and the internal body systems. The unit of study is divided into modules focusing on adults, neonates, infants and the aged and will be delivered using inquiry-based learning. Aspects covered within each module will include patient preparation, contrast media administration, technical considerations, radiographic pathology, with the routine protocols being supported by evidence drawn from reference articles.

This unit introduces the students to the role of research within the medical radiation sciences. Students will be able to select a research topic and develop hypotheses and aims. The development of a research plan is central to the unit, with emphasis on constructing an appropriate methodology for the topic and aims of the project. Skills will be developed in identifying and critical evaluation of current research articles resulting in a literature review appropriate for ethics application and introducing the research topic. Students will complete an application for human ethics approval and work in groups to foster a team approach to research.

This unit of study integrates knowledge from both basic and applied clinical sciences and focuses on the radiographer and the patient. Professional practice and personal development issues are considered at the same time as designated techniques. In this unit, the student will investigate specialised radiographic techniques and study the roles of additional imaging modalities in the diagnosis and management of trauma, injury and disease. Neuro and cardiac imaging imaging, CT, MRI, angiography, image interpretation and mammography will form the basis of lectures and tutorials for this semester. Aspects covered will include patient preparation, contrast media administration, technical considerations, radiographic anatomy and pathology and routine protocols for the specialised modalities discussed.

This unit of study requires students to attend six (6) weeks of clinical practice in the workplace. During this unit, students will practice the radiographic skills basic to anatomical areas such as the renal and GIT systems whilst consolidating their skills in pelvic girdle, spine, skull/face and skeletal radiography. Students are required to reflect upon their professional role and acquire competencies in GIT, renal, skeletal, spinal and skull radiography.

This unit of study provides an introduction to the physical principles of ultrasound and the clinical applications and practice of diagnostic ultrasound in the context of medical imaging, with a focus on sonography of the abdomen, obstetrics and gynaecology, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems.

Medical imaging and radiology will soon be entirely digital. This unit of study aims to develop a practical understanding of imaging theory and digital image processing as they apply to medical imaging.

This unit consolidates and extends students learning of ethical, legal and professional practice in the medical radiation sciences. Theoretical aspects of ethics and law relating to the health sciences will be integrated with applied cases. Students will be required to identify and reflect on professional aspects of MRS practice and be aware of what it takes to work at a high professional standard. Students will become familiar with documents relating to their professional practice such as codes of conduct, registration licensing, and be able to use these documents in their ethical decision making.

This unit of study covers quality assurance, dose control and image quality optimisation for various imaging modalities. These include advanced CT, DSA and MRI. This unit will also look at how image display and observation affect the diagnostic outcome.

This unit of study addresses the applications of MRI in the imaging of MSK and CNS diseases on patients. The areas addressed will be image contrast, factors affecting image formation and pulse sequences used from spin echo (SE) to echo planar imaging (EPI).The applications of MRI in medical imaging will be addressed with the effects of signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), fat saturation, artefacts and flow effects being discussed. The biological effects and aspects of patient safety will be addressed in the unit of study.

Honours students undertake a supervised research project in a health discipline area within the Faculty. Each student will contribute to designing and/or implementing an approved research project and submit a thesis describing the project and its implications. In completing the research thesis, the student will work closely with academic staff who will supervise their research activities. Students will meet regularly with their supervisors; attend seminars and workshops that contribute to the research process and their thesis.

During this semester the student will work closely with their supervisor to carry out, analyse and synthesise their results.
Each student will submit a thesis describing the project and its implications. Students will meet regularly with their supervisors; attend seminars and workshops that contribute to the research process
and their thesis.